Some rapid snow melt may be in store for us Friday, Jan. 17, however, when the high is forecast to reach into the 40’s with a strong chance of rain. Some research has shown that warm rain can accelerate snow melt, with a 40-degree rain potentially doubling its pace.

Winter storm warning: Delay all travel if possible. If you must travel, keep emergency supplies in your vehicle. Winter weather advisory: Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The first wave of snow began early Sunday and conditions worsened throughout the day into the evening as snow was replaced by freezing rain. The ice-and-sleety mix fell on top of the morning snow, snarling traffic, closing Kentucky’s three major airports and closing dozens of churches, restaurants and stores.

The National Weather Service is predicting more snow for Southern Indiana and Kentucky. Follow along for live weather updates.

The National Weather Service is saying Louisville could see snow flurries Wednesday, with another 1-2 inches of snow possible Friday. What we know

Kentucky is getting up to 6 inches of additional snow Friday, the NWS says. What to know about winter safety for the new weather system

LEXINGTON, Ky. ( FOX 56) — A winter storm made its way across the Ohio Valley from Jan. 5-6, with snow and sleet totals ranging from 6-12 inches across northern Kentucky and southern Indiana, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). In addition, the NWS said Kentucky saw 0.25-0.75 inches of ice.

The National Weather Service issued a correction Monday stating that only 6.4 inches of snow fell Sunday at CVG

A winter storm watch is in effect south of Louisville as National Weather Service forecasters anticipate more snow for Kentucky Friday, with higher amounts expected in the southern half of the state. The watch, active until late Friday night, extends as ...

According to the National Weather Service , that was the last time the Commonwealth saw a major ice storm. It described the Jan. 26, 2009 storm, stating, “Life abruptly changed as a growing layer of ice dragged trees and power lines to the ground. Lights and heat went out for days and even weeks.”

Many communities in Southwest Ohio have seen accumulations of more than 5 inches and Northern Kentucky has seen even higher snowfall amounts.

Extreme cold watches issued for parts of Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio. Windchills could drop as low as 25 degrees below zero. Prepare for potential water pipe damage.