Weather Alert: Winter Storm Spectacular in Louisiana!
Good morning, weather watchers! Buckle up for a wild ride through Mother Nature's winter wonderland here in Gretna, Louisiana.
We've got some serious winter drama unfolding tonight and tomorrow. Right now, we're looking at a slight chance of snow and sleet before 4 am, with temperatures hovering around a chilly 33 degrees. Expect north winds whipping around 15 miles per hour, with gusts up to 30 miles per hour - so grab that heavy coat!
Tuesday is when things get really interesting. We're talking snow that could get heavy, possibly mixed with sleet. Temperatures will struggle to reach 31 degrees, and the wind chill will make it feel like a brisk 17 degrees. Forecast is calling for 4 to 8 inches of snow and sleet accumulation - that's enough to turn the landscape into a winter postcard!
The excitement continues Tuesday night with a 20 percent chance of snow showers, then gradually clearing skies. Wednesday brings a sunny reprieve with temperatures climbing to a more bearable 36 degrees.
As we roll into Thursday and Friday, we'll see partly sunny skies with temperatures inching up to the mid-40s. By Saturday, we're looking at a more mild 55 degrees, and Sunday might even tease us with temperatures near 65!
Just a friendly reminder - those winter warnings are no joke. We've got an Extreme Cold Warning, a Cold Weather Advisory, and a Winter Storm Warning in effect. Translation: stay warm, stay safe, and maybe enjoy a hot cocoa while watching the snowflakes dance.
For more detailed information about this winter weather spectacle, check out the link in our show notes from the National Weather Service.
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