Weather Alert Day: Snowfall ending, dangerous cold fills the region tonight

UPDATES:

Snow is nearing its end in mid-MO, and will be out of the region by early afternoon.

Above is an updated map reflecting our current estimates for storm-total snowfall. You'll notice this is an increase over our original forecast in the north, and slightly less in the southeast. We will continue to update you with totals throughout the day.

From here, dangerous cold becomes the focus. This both keeps snow around, but also supports forecasts for -20° wind chills as you step out the door Monday.

A winter storm warning is still in effect for the southeast half of Central Missouri as snow comes to an end.

A cold weather advisory remains in effect in the north and west, while an Extreme cold warning is in place where the heaviest snow has fallen in the last 24 hours. Monday is the coldest start yet, with the entire region at risk of -20° windchills, but localized heavier snowfall in some spots could push temperatures lower in some locations. This means localized areas of -25° wind chills are possible in the Extreme Cold Warning. This kind of cold can be deadly if stuck outside for prolonged periods of time.

FUTURETRACK:

It's been cold all weekend. Wind chills will be coldest on Sunday night into Monday morning with readings between -15 and -25.

HAZARDS/IMPACTS:

Frozen pipes, car trouble, and frostbite are possible with prolonged exposure tonight. Snowpack will extend the cold through Monday. This will also make it difficult for salt to do its job on the roadways. Snow will continue to cover many roads. Please use caution and understand that being stranded in this kind of cold can be deadly. Extra blankets and a full fuel tank can keep you warm in a situation where you find yourself stuck on the side of the road.

Make sure you have the ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather App to keep an eye on closings and delays through the weekend and get the latest forecast videos as the forecast evolves.