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Cold temperatures and fog could lead to slick surfaces for drivers

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The National Weather Service in Louisville says a band of winter weather brought snowfall along the Ohio River from Owensboro to Cincinnati Monday night into Tuesday, with Kentucky counties in the vicinity of Louisville seeing some significant accumulations.

“We have anywhere from 4 to 2.5-plus inches in that area,” said NWS Louisville Meteorologist Brian Wilkins. 

Wilkins said temperatures should remain consistent with highs in the 30s and lows in the upper teens or lower 20s through the weekend. He said no major precipitation is in the forecast for the next few days, but low-level moisture in the air could result in fogging, which may result in some hazards.

“With temperatures being below freezing, this could generate some slick spots on elevated surfaces,” Wilkins said. “Not overly concerned with it, but be mindful that if you do travel or you’re in an area of fog that with temperatures being below freezing, you could generate slick spots, so just be aware of that.”

A cold front coming in could bring a chance for some snow showers, then after drying out moisture from the south could bring some wintery conditions as the weekend arrives.

“It’s not expected to be anything like we received (Tuesday),” Wilkins said. “Just some light, very light snow early on transitioning to rain, and then we dry out for the rest of the weekend.”

Follow the National Weather Service in Louisville for updates.

Free EMT-B training available through Kentucky Career Center, Baptist Health

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If you are looking to make a career change and serve as a first responder, the Kentucky Career Center and Baptist Health are offering free EMT-B training.

The KCC says through a grant secured by Baptist Health, 30 free EMT-B training slots are available for eligible participants. Baptist Health will cover the costs of the 180-hour course, textbook and national background check fees, and a job fair at the end of training for employment opportunities.

According to the KCC, the deadline to apply for the course is December 20. The course runs January 20 through May 14. Classes are mostly held online with some mandatory in-person classes at the career center.

Participants must be at least 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or GED, possess an active driver’s license or be able to obtain one, and must not have a felony conviction on their record. Participants must also meet basic EMT eligibility requirements.

Participants who complete the training will be required to cover the cost of the state certification exam, but funds may be available through the KCC’s Career Team or Re-Entry Services. 

Visit the Kentucky Career Center Lincoln Trail at 233 Ring Road in Elizabethtown or visit www.ltcareercenter.org for more information.

Use extra caution as you head out onto snowy roadways

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With Winter Weather Advisories in effect for parts of western and central Kentucky, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is reminding residents to exercise caution when hitting the roadways.

The KYTC offers the following safe driving tips: 

  • Buckle up; put the phone down. 
  • Reduce speed. 
  • Give snowplows plenty of room on the road. 
  • Keep a distance of at least three car lengths from the car in front of you. 
  • Alter travel plans to avoid driving during the peak of weather activity. 
  • Pay attention to weather advisories and allow more time to travel for routine commutes. 
  • Slow down when approaching intersections, off-ramps, bridges or shaded areas. Watch for “black ice” – a thin coating of clear ice that can form on pavement surfaces that may be difficult to see.

Visit snowky.ky.gov for snow and ice resources, and goky.ky.gov for travel conditions and real-time traffic cameras.

E-Town Lions Club hosting New Year’s Day Dash 5K

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Kick start your new year and support the community work of the Elizabethtown Lions Club with their New Year’s Day Dash 5K Fun Run/Walk, to be held January 1 at the Elizabethtown Sports Park.

“We are the first one of the year, so for all of our runners and walkers that love getting out there for their 5Ks, come on out on 1 January,” said E-Town Lions Club Member Chris Moore. “We start at 7:30 a.m. for registration and the race starts at 9. This is our third year doing this annual New Year’s Day Dash, and it’s going to be a blast as always. Every year we get a little bit bigger and better with it, as we have a lot of great programs here in Hardin County.”

All proceeds from this year’s 5K will benefit Envision Blind Sports, which provides sports and physical activity opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. 

Registration is $35, with children nine and under free. Runners and walkers will receive a long-sleeve shirt, and sign up by December 17 to receive a fun race day hot chocolate mug. Find the event page on the Elizabethtown Lions Club Facebook page for more information and a link to register.