A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for much of Central Texas from 6 a.m. Wednesday until 6 a.m. Thursday.

The warning area includes Mills, Hamilton, Bosque, Hill, Lampasas, Coryell and McLennan Counties of Central Texas.

Forecasters say problems aren’t likely to start to develop until later in the day.

Light freezing rain and sleet are expected to develop early Wednesday morning, generally to the west of a Decatur to Weatherford to Lampasas line and then to spread slowly eastward during the day, reaching the Interstate 35 corridor in the afternoon.

A chance of freezing rain and sleet will continue in the warning area into Wednesday night, but will taper off by Thursday morning.

A dusting of snow is also possible Wednesday night, mainly in northern sections and accumulations of as much as a quarter an inch of ice are possible in the warning area, the National Weather Service said.

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow, sleet and ice are expected.

Strong winds are also possible, the Weather Service said.

A Winter Weather Advisory, meanwhile, is in effect from midnight Tuesday through midnight Wednesday for Freestone, Falls, Limestone, Leon, Milam and Bell Counties.

The advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain could cause travel difficulties.

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Winter Driving Tips
(Source: Texas Department Of Public Safety)

When it’s snowy or icy, it’s always best to avoid travel if at all possible.
If you must travel, wear your seat belt and make sure your children are properly secured in seatbelts or appropriate child safety seats.
Remember that ice forms first on bridges, overpasses and shady areas. If you hit a patch of ice, stay off your brakes and decelerate slowly, holding the car steady as you go over the ice.
Speed is the main problem with driving on ice. Adjust your speed to fit the weather conditions. Keep a safe distance from the car in front of you.
If your car goes into a skid, take your foot off the gas pedal but don’t hit the brake. Steer gently in the direction you want the front of the car to go. As the car straightens out, you will be able to regain traction and control.
Check your car battery before cold weather sets in. Battery power dips in cold weather.
Keep blankets, a first-aid kit, flares, jumper cables, tire chains, a flashlight, ice scraper and gloves in your car. Take a food supply of candy bars or dried fruit in case you become stranded.
Keep the gasoline level as high as possible to prevent water condensation in the tank.
Check the automobile’s motor oil, transmission fluid, ignition system, lights, heater, cooling system and wipers.
Stranded motorists should call the DPS helpline at 1-800-525-5555 for assistance from a DPS Trooper.