Bridges and Overpasses Will Likely Be Icy and Slick Wednesday Morning

SAN ANGELO, TX -- The Wednesday morning commute will be icy and slick across the Concho Valley and Big Country according to the National Weather Service.  

In a Special Weather Statement issued late Tuesday, forecasters say, “...Very cold temperatures this afternoon and tonight, with areas of freezing drizzle across the northern Concho Valley and Big Country tonight. Watch for icy bridges Wednesday morning...

A strong cold front is moving southward across west central Texas this afternoon. Temperatures will hover close to freezing throughout this afternoon north of the I-20 corridor.

In addition, moisture from the Gulf of Mexico moving over the cold air will cause fog and drizzle. As temperatures fall below freezing this evening, some freezing drizzle may develop as well,
mainly north of a Sterling City to Brownwood line. The precipitation will be very light, and will taper off after midnight, but temperatures will continue to fall overnight. Any
water on bridges and overpasses and other elevated surfaces such as trees and cars may freeze overnight, with patches of ice possible by Wednesday morning.

Be prepared for possible ice patches on roads for your morning commute to work on Wednesday, especially for areas along and north of Interstate 20. Allow plenty of time in the morning to deal with possible icy conditions. Temperatures will climb very little on Wednesday, generally staying in the mid to upper 30s for much of the day. Be sure to protect plants, pets, pipes and livestock from the cold and wet conditions.

Another surge of very cold air is possible around New Year`s Day.  Stay tuned for later updates.”

Look for updates on the weather throughout the night and early morning hours.