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Extreme Cold Warning
Issued: 7:23 PM Jan. 24, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 10 to 20 below zero. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, north central, southeast, southwest, and western Arkansas. * WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 10 to 20 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. &&
Winter Storm Warning
Issued: 7:23 PM Jan. 24, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches across northwestern and northern sections... additional snow/sleet accumulations of 1 to 4 inches across central sections...and additional ice and some sleet accumulations of one quarter and one half inch across far southern and southeast sections. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, north central, southeast, southwest, and western Arkansas. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions across Arkansas can be found at www.idrivearkansas.com. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary. &&
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