“Chilling Aftermath: Severe Cold and Travel Chaos Linger Post-Historic Winter Storm”

The intense cold will persist into Wednesday morning, with record-breaking temperatures expected:

• Mobile, AL: Projected low of 13°, surpassing the prior record of 16°.
• Pensacola, FL: Predicted low in the teens, exceeding the earlier record of 20°.

Travel will continue to be risky, and temperatures will likely stay below freezing. Roads may remain icy and perilous, particularly bridges and overpasses.Wednesday Afternoon:

• Highs: Close to 33° in Mobile, with sunny weather aiding in melting snow and ice.
• The opportunity for improved travel conditions will occur in the afternoon, but freezing temperatures will return by nighttime.

Wednesday Night:

• Lows: Falling back into the teens.
• Black Ice: Refreezing of any melted snow will create further hazards for Thursday morning travel.

Cold Stays Through the Weekend

While conditions will steadily improve, the cold will persist through the week:

• Thursday: Highs in the 40s under predominantly sunny skies. Overnight lows will remain very low, dipping into the mid-20s.
• Friday: Highs in the 40s with another cold night in the 20s.
• Saturday: Highs begin to rise into the 50s, with lows in the mid-30s.
• Sunday and Beyond: Highs in the 60s, signaling the return of more typical temperatures.

Summary and Final Alerts

Tuesday’s snowfall was a landmark event for the Gulf Coast, establishing new records and creating enduring memories. Nonetheless, the severe cold and hazardous travel conditions remain the main concerns. Please refrain from using the roads unless absolutely essential and take measures to safeguard yourself, your family, and your pets.Stay updated: FOX10 and the FOX10 STORMtracker Team will keep providing updates on-air, online, and via the FOX10 Weather App. This storm will be remembered for many years—let’s ensure safety as we navigate the icy conditions together.

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