ICE STORM WARNING
REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1:00 PM EST MONDAY
WHAT
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Damaging icing expected
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Light additional sleet accumulations
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Ice accumulations between one quarter and four tenths of an inch
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Winds gusting as high as 40 mph
WHERE
WHEN
IMPACTS
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Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages
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Snow and ice accumulations will make many roads treacherous and impassable
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The weight of snow and ice on tree limbs and power lines could produce numerous outages
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Hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
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Precipitation rates are expected to become light late this morning before increasing again this afternoon
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The worst impacts are expected this afternoon and evening
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Treacherous road conditions and power outages will remain Sunday night and likely linger through at least Monday
PRECAUTIONARY / PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
An Ice Storm Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant ice accumulations will make travel dangerous or impossible.
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Travel is strongly discouraged
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Commerce will likely be severely impacted
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If travel is unavoidable, keep a flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency
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Ice accumulations and winds may lead to snapped power lines and falling tree branches
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Prepare for possible power outages
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 511.
Do not touch downed power lines. 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.
