Weather

The death toll has now jumped to 11.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet announced Wednesday that snow removal crews from neighboring counties are responding to assist in Christian and Muhlenberg counties, where up to 3 inches of ice accumulated on some roads.

Hoptown Chronicle has compiled a list of restaurants and entertainment-related businesses that are reopening.

A death over the weekend in Whitley County was reported Monday as Kentucky’s first storm-related fatality — a reminder of the dangers associated with extreme cold.

Sub-freezing temperatures are expected for much of the state into next week.

Most churches called off in-person worship, some businesses closed for the weekend and Christian County Public Schools will be closed through Wednesday.

Announcements related to the winter storm.

A winter storm warning will be in effect from late Friday through Sunday evening. In addition to heavy snow, there is a possibility of ice accumulation in Christian County.

The National Weather Service warning indicates Hopkinsville and surrounding areas could experience wind gusts up to 40 mph late Sunday and early Monday.

The agency is also seeking community donations of supplies and financial contributions for the shelter.

A winter weather advisory is in effect from 6 p.m. Monday until 9 a.m. Tuesday for Christian, Todd and Trigg counties. 

Extremely dry conditions prompted the bans on outdoor burning, city and county officials said.