Full Notification

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches with locally heavier amounts up to 8 inches. A sharp gradient in snowfall amounts is likely in this area.

* WHERE...A portion of southwest Missouri.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 9 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes.

* AFFECTED AREAS: POLK ... DALLAS ... JASPER ... DADE

Instructions:

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Call 1-888-275-6636 for road conditions. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.