Weather

The National Weather Service said the region could see damaging winds, large hail and tornadoes.

The National Weather Service of Paducah aims to promote severe weather safety with a week-long educational campaign.

Christian County Public Schools reported multiple county roads were impassible Monday, and the district switched to virtual instruction.

The Thomas Street Recreation Center and the Planters Bank-Jennie Stuart Health Sportsplex are among those that reopened Friday.

Hazardous driving conditions prompted several agencies to close or reschedule activities.

As the region awaits the next wave of snow, several agencies and businesses will remain closed Wednesday because of hazardous driving conditions created by snow and ice at the start of the week.

There was enough accumulation to create hazardous driving conditions that will still affect Hopkinsville on Tuesday.

Officials warned residents they shouldn't try to travel, and the Salvation Army prepared to offer shelter to people needing a warm place during the storm.

The National Weather Service at Paducah said the region will see 6 to 12 inches of snow, and conditions could cause drifting.

Western Kentucky could see 5 to 9 inches of snow accumulation starting Sunday, the National Weather Service reported. A second storm could produce more accumulation mid-week.

Thursday's forecast included an 80% chance of sleet, rain and freezing rain, but the National Weather Service said little or no additional ice accumulation was expected.

The National Weather Service warned travel will likely be treacherous.