Saturday AM Update

Note how the snow which is in parts of southern and central Kansas, stretching into northern and central Oklahoma in the top map correlates well with the position of the trough (big U shape) in the central part of country on the bottom map. As this trough moves closer to our area over the next 3 to 6 hours, precipitation is likely and will transition from rain to some sleet and freezing rain, ultimately to snow showers as cold air slides in from the Northwest. Once the trough pushes through we'll start clearing out. The timeline is still looking good for noonish development and midnight clearing. The biggest issue with this impending wintry weather will be the falling temperatures, throughout the afternoon and overnight period.

Tomorrow morning will likely be the most hazardous with respect to road conditions, due to the freezing of anything that remains on the roads from precipitation this afternoon and evening. We'll have complete coverage on-air and on-line throughout the entire event. Keep it tuned to 40/29... we'll keep you advised.

Posted by Ted Zarras at 7:42 AM