The National Weather Service issued a report at 5:27 p.m. on Thursday for icy roads and snow until Friday at 10 a.m. The alert is for Quitman, Clay, Randolph, Calhoun, Terrell, Dougherty, Lee, Worth, Turner, Tift, Ben Hill, Irwin, Early, Miller, Baker, Mitchell, Colquitt, Cook, Berrien, Seminole, Decatur, Grady, Thomas, Brooks, Lowndes and Lanier counties.
"Re-freezing of snow and sleet melt is expected this evening, as temperatures plummet well below freezing after dark. This will create areas of slippery black ice, especially in places that have not already completely dried, or places that have remained shaded through the day. This includes roadways that remain shaded by trees or by overpasses, or anyplace on the shaded north side of buildings. If you must be out this evening, be ready for the sudden re-freezing of snowmelt water, and the formation of black ice. Slushy snow will become icy and hard. If driving, slow way down before encountering icy spots. Allow extra space between you and surrounding vehicles. If walking on foot, avoid icy spots if you can," according to the NWS.
Source: The National Weather Service
