Full Notification

* WHAT...Significant icing expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations up to 3 inches and ice accumulations between one half and one inch.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Arkansas, northeast Louisiana, and central, north central, northwest, and west central Mississippi.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Expect power outages and tree damage due to the ice. Travel could be impossible.

* AFFECTED AREAS: ASHLEY ... CHICOT ... MOREHOUSE ... WEST CARROLL ... EAST CARROLL ... RICHLAND ... BOLIVAR ... SUNFLOWER ... LEFLORE ... GRENADA ... CARROLL ... MONTGOMERY ... WEBSTER ... WASHINGTON ... HUMPHREYS ... HOLMES ... ISSAQUENA ... SHARKEY ... YAZOO

Instructions:

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. Prepare for extended power outages. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary. 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. Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways and the possibility of downed trees and power lines. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.