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Snow could bring travel headaches Wednesday

NWS

The area could see another measurable snowfall this week.

Mixed precipitation could reduce the expected snowfall.

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO 3 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT..

Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches near and north of I-72. Ice accumulations around one tenth of an inch south of a Decatur to Danville line.

* WHERE...Christian, De Witt, Logan, Macon, McLean, Piatt, Sangamon, Champaign, and Vermilion Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to 3 AM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.

You're advised to consider delaying travel. If necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

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