Kentucky – A gray, icy morning settles over the Ohio Valley as freezing fog clings to roads and neighborhoods, cutting visibility and quietly creating slick spots before daylight fully arrives.
Dense freezing fog combined with sub-freezing temperatures poses early travel concerns across Louisville and surrounding counties. Pavement looks wet, but thin ice can form quickly on bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads. Drivers should slow down and allow extra time, especially along I-64, I-65, and I-71.
According to the National Weather Service in Louisville, a quick-moving clipper system brings a chance for light snow later today into tonight. Most areas near Louisville see less than one inch, but even light snowfall can worsen travel conditions when temperatures remain below freezing. Visibility may drop at times, especially where fog lingers.
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for parts of the metro area through early Sunday. A Cold Weather Advisory also follows as colder air pours in behind the system. Temperatures fall into the single digits by Sunday morning, with wind chills dipping into the single digits above zero.
Sunday stays dry but sharply colder. Sunshine returns, yet highs struggle to reach the mid-teens. The cold air feels biting, especially during the morning hours. Pipes, pets, and sensitive plants need protection during the coldest stretch.
Travel conditions gradually improve Sunday afternoon as skies clear and fog lifts. However, refreezing remains possible after sunset as temperatures fall again.
By Monday, conditions turn calmer. Sunshine helps temperatures rebound near 30 degrees, easing the deep freeze. A steady warm-up follows through midweek, with highs climbing into the 40s and 50s by Wednesday.
Emergency officials urge residents to check on elderly neighbors and use space heaters safely. This is a classic early-winter setup where small changes make a big difference.
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