Amarillo, TX – A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles, warning of snow and gusty winds beginning at 1 a.m. on Saturday and lasting until 1 a.m. Sunday.
The National Weather Service in Amarillo, TX, announced that the region could experience between 1 and 3 inches of snow, accompanied by winds gusting up to 45 mph. This combination is expected to create hazardous driving conditions, particularly on local roads, and the gusty winds may bring down tree branches and power lines.
Affected areas include the cities of Amarillo, Dumas, Pampa, Borger, and Dalhart in Texas, as well as Boise City, Keyes, and Guymon in Oklahoma. Travelers are advised to slow down and use caution while on the roads.
According to the National Weather Service, conditions will be most severe during the early morning hours of Saturday, and motorists are urged to check road conditions before heading out. For real-time road updates in Texas, drivers can call 800-452-9292, and in Oklahoma, 844-465-4997.
Residents should prepare for possible power outages and be cautious of icy patches on untreated roads.
