Winter Storm Evening Update

The rain is changing over to snow, and it's our turn to see the action.

This is a big deal for our area...since it truly is so rare.

This evening, a low pressure system will move across the Florida peninsula to off the Carolina coast.

At first, we will see all rain. Then rain will mix with snow as colder air moves in from the north. Then this evening, the precipitation will change over to all snow. This snow could be moderate to heavy at times!

So here is the forecast county by county.

A WINTER STORM WARNING is in effect until 6a.m. Saturday for the following counties: Jenkins, Screven, Allendale, Hampton and inland Colleton.

In this area, expect moderate to heavy snow this evening before tapering off after midnight. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches, with locally higher amounts, can be expected.

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A WINTER STORM WARNING is also in effect until 6a.m. Saturday for the following counties: Candler, Bulloch, Effingham, Tattnall, Evans, inland Japser, Beaufort, coastal Colleton and coastal Jasper.

In this area, expect moderate to heavy snow at times tonight, tapering off prior to daybreak Saturday. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches are expected. Locally higher amounts are possible.

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A WINTER STORM WARNING is also in effect until 6a.m. for the following counties: Inland Bryan, inland Chatham, Long, and inland Liberty.

Snow, moderate to heavy at times, will persist through this evening before tapering off after midnight. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, with locally higher amounts inland from the coast can be expected.

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A WINTER STORM ADVISORY is in effect until 6a.m. Saturday for the following counties: coastal Bryan, coastal Chatham, coastal Liberty, and McIntosh.

Light snow, possibly moderate at times, will persist through this evening before tapering off by midnight. Total snow accumulations of around 1 inch can be expected through early Saturday morning.

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A WINTER STORM WARNING is in effect until 3a.m. Saturday for the following counties: Jeff Davis, Bacon, Appling, Wayne, Ware and Pierce.

Rain will gradually change over to snow around sunset and then persist for several hours. Snowfall accumulations up to an inch will be possible during the evening hours. Most of the accumulation should occur on grassy areas, but will also be possible on bridges, overpasses and roadways.

For all areas...please be prepared for slippery roads and reduced visibilities. Stay tuned to STORM TEAM 3 for the latest updates.