Sat Feb 15 22:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Winter Storm Warning Issued for Northwest Arkansas and River Valley
**FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (October 26, 2023)** – A major winter storm is expected to hit Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley on Tuesday, prompting a 5NEWS Weather Impact Alert. While a light dusting of snow is possible Saturday evening, the main concern is a stronger system arriving Tuesday, bringing a significant mix of snow, sleet, and rain.
Northwest Arkansas is expected to see primarily snow, with potential sleet mixing in, leading to possible travel disruptions. The River Valley will likely experience a mix of rain and sleet transitioning to snow, also posing travel risks. The storm is currently projected to begin Tuesday morning and end by Tuesday evening, but its speed will determine the final accumulation. Higher accumulations are possible if the storm slows down.
Precise snowfall amounts remain uncertain due to variations in predicted storm tracks, with clearer forecasts expected by the weekend. While current predictions suggest less snow than the January storm, significant accumulations of snow and sleet are increasingly likely in Northwest Arkansas, with potential for some accumulation in the River Valley.
Following the storm, dangerously cold temperatures are expected, with single-digit temperatures and wind chills as low as -20°F in Northwest Arkansas and -10°F in the River Valley Wednesday and Thursday mornings. Residents are urged to winterize their homes and prepare for these potentially hazardous conditions. For continuous updates, check 5NEWS and the 5NEWS app.
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