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Winter Storm Warning
Issued: 9:15 AM Jan. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and some sleet accumulations between 6 and 10 inches across northern sections...sleet and some snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches over central sections...and sleet and ice accumulations around one to three quarters of an inch across far southern and southeast sections. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, north central, southeast, southwest, and western Arkansas. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Expect power outages and tree damage due to the ice. Travel could be impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. 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. &&
Extreme Cold Warning
Issued: 9:12 AM Jan. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills of 5 below to colder than 15 below zero expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, north central, southeast, southwest, and western Arkansas. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 10 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. &&
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