Memphis residents should prepare for a winter storm watch from Friday afternoon through Sunday afternoon, with the National Weather Service forecasting snow, sleet, and possible freezing rain that could disrupt travel and cause power outages. Areas north of I-40 may see more than 3 inches of snow and sleet with up to a quarter inch of ice, while locations along and south of I-40 could receive over 2 inches of wintry precipitation or ice exceeding a quarter inch, according to the National Weather Service.
Wind gusts up to 30 mph, especially in northeast Arkansas and the Missouri Bootheel, could lead to blowing snow and worsen conditions. A dense fog advisory was also in effect until 9 a.m. CST on Thursday for parts of North Mississippi and West Tennessee, with visibility dropping to a quarter mile or less and drivers urged to use caution, as stated by the National Weather Service.
The National Weather Service reports that a wintry storm may affect the Friday evening commute, with icy roads and reduced visibility expected. The weather system could also cause power and service outages lasting more than a day due to possible tree damage. Wintry conditions may continue into the weekend, and crews are preparing to treat roads and respond to outages as conditions develop.
