Weather Briefing Package - 12/16/2016 PM (Final)

This is a message from ReadyChesco. Attached is the latest briefing for the upcoming wintry precipitation tonight through Saturday. Key Updates: ·         Slightly lower snow amounts expected, with slightly higher ice amounts. ·          Added expected rainfall Sunday and cold temperatures Sunday night. With cold temperatures expected Sunday night, any water remaining on untreated roadways and sidewalks will freeze. Chester County Forecasted Conditions: ·         Anticipated Timing: Late tonight into Sunday night, 12/18/2016. ·         Precipitation: Chester County could receive up to 2 inches of snow Friday night into Saturday. ·         Ice accumulations of .06 inches are possible countywide. Freezing rain expected Saturday morning into Saturday afternoon, a light coating of ice is expected, especially on elevated surfaces. ·         Active watches & warnings: Ø  Eastern Chester County: Winter Weather Advisory will go into effort at 10 PM this evening to 11 AM EST Saturday.  Ø  Western Chester County: Winter Weather Advisory will go into effort at 10PM this evening to 2PM EST Saturday. Impacts: ·         Hazardous travel conditions are possible late tonight through Saturday with snow, sleet and freezing rain. ·         Cold temperatures are expected  tonight and again on Sunday night. ·         Pets should not be left outside. ·         Pipes are also susceptible to freezing due to the prolonged period with temperatures below freezing. Recommended Preparedness Actions: ·         Activate winter weather plans and prepare.  ·     Follow the NWS and local weather forecasts throughout the weekend for the latest changes, updates, and information. ·      Identify Comfort (Warming) Centers that are available in your community. For a detailed forecast for your area you can visit the NWS site using the links below   Coatesville      http://bit.ly/coatesville_forecast Cochranville    http://bit.ly/cochranville_forecast Downingtown  http://bit.ly/downingtown_forecast Elverson          http://bit.ly/elverson_forecast Kennett           http://bit.ly/kennett_forecast Malvern           http://bit.ly/malvern_forecast Oxford            http://bit.ly/oxford_forecast Phoenixville     http://bit.ly/phoenixville_forecast Pottstown        http://bit.ly/pottstown_forecast Wayne             http://bit.ly/wayne_forecast West Chester   http://bit.ly/west_chester_forecast West Grove     http://bit.ly/west_grove_forecast   Chester County Watch Officer 610-344-5005 Fax: 610-344-4111 chestercountyeoc@chesco.org     Use the links above to confirm/respond to the message. Do not reply directly to this email.  This is being sent from an un-monitored account. Update your preferences and information you receive at www.ReadyChesco.org