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Winter Storm Warning issued January 21 at 2:39PM CST until January 22 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Birmingham AL* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches.* WHERE...Chambers, Elmore, and Tallapoosa Counties.* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Wednesday.* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, willlikely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery roadconditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesdayevening commute.If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water inyour vehicle in case of an emergency.

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Cold Weather Advisory issued January 21 at 2:40PM CST until January 22 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Birmingham AL* WHAT...Wind chills of 5 to 15 degrees and actual air temperaturesof 8 to 16 degrees.* WHERE...All of Central Alabama.* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Wednesday.* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skinis exposed to these temperatures. An extended period ofsubfreezing temperatures could cause pipes to burst.Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, ahat, and gloves.Keep pets indoors as much as possible.Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensureportable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grillsinside.To prevent freezing and possible bursting of pipes they should bewrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly.

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