A winter storm had blanketed much of Arkansas in snow by Thursday evening while leaving residents in southern parts of the state coping with a mix of ice and rain.

Most of the state has a chance of some winter precipitation arriving late this week.With cold air in place across Arkansas, the missing ingredient at this time

Snow and icy conditions threatened to paralyze parts of the U.S. South from Texas to Alabama on Thursday, as officials closed schools, canceled or delayed flights and warned residents in some of the worst-hit areas to stay off roads as a winter storm moves east.

Live look in Rogers as winter storm moves into Northwest Arkansas

Spread the loveIntroduction Energy providers across Arkansas are preparing for potential service interruptions as the winter storm approaches, ensuring residents remain informed and supported. Key Highlights Entergy Arkansas monitoring electrical grid Ozarks Electric Cooperative providing real-time outage updates Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) active in tracking potential issues No major electrical outages reported as of Thursday morning Conclusion The coordinated efforts of utility companies reflect Arkansas’s robust infrastructure and preparedness.

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