A freezing fog advisory is in effect for the Memphis area through 11 a.m., according to the National Weather Service in Memphis.
The advisory warns residents of reduced visibility and icy conditions caused by the fog. The weather service also predicts bitter cold wind chills returning this weekend, prompting authorities to advise caution for outdoor activities.
Officials recommend staying indoors if possible and taking precautions against the cold, including dressing warmly and protecting exposed skin. The weather pattern is expected to persist through the weekend, with temperatures remaining below normal for this time of year.
Jon R Myers is the executive editor of Alcorn County News and the founder of the Mississippi News Group, which he started in 2013 to cover communities across North Mississippi. He also founded the Mississippi Sports Group in 2006, which grew from a single community publication into a statewide network covering high school and college athletics. He reports on local government, public safety, schools and community life in Corinth and Alcorn County, working from public meetings, agency records and interviews with the people involved. Contact him at editor@alcornnewsms.com with news tips or corrections. For a correction, include the article link and supporting source material.
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