Wed Feb 12 09:50:00 UTC 2025: ## St. Louis Braces for Two-Phase Winter Storm, Uncertainty Remains in Snow Forecast
**ST. LOUIS, MO [Date]** – A significant winter storm is expected to hit Missouri this week, bringing a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain, with the St. Louis metro area potentially facing the brunt of the impact. The storm is unfolding in two phases.
The first phase, arriving late Monday night and continuing into Tuesday, will bring light snow to southern Missouri counties, with minimal accumulation (dusting to 2 inches) expected south of a line running from Cuba to Festus to Salem, Illinois. St. Louis itself is expected to largely avoid significant impact from this initial wave.
The second phase, the more impactful of the two, is predicted to hit midday Wednesday and last through Wednesday night. This system will bring a much wider variety of winter precipitation across the region. Areas north of Interstate 44 in Missouri and northwest of Interstate 70 in Illinois are expected to see primarily snow. However, the St. Louis metro area is forecast to receive a mix of snow and sleet, with the possibility of freezing rain. Southern areas may experience primarily freezing rain or even cold rain. Current forecasts predict 1-3 inches of a snow and sleet mix for the St. Louis metro area.
Meteorologist Chris Higgins warns that the storm’s track remains uncertain, and even minor shifts in its path could dramatically alter precipitation types and amounts. This uncertainty is leading to difficult decisions for local school administrators regarding potential closures or virtual learning options. Residents are urged to monitor weather forecasts closely for updates.
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