By BECKY KISER
Hays Post
Bitterly cold temperatures and snow are in the forecast for Hays starting Friday and extending into Sunday.
The National Weather Service in Dodge City has issued a Winter Storm Watch from noon Friday until 6 a.m. Sunday, with two to five inches of snow predicted.
A Cold Weather Advisory is also in effect Friday through Sunday. Friday's daytime high will be 7 degrees with the overnight low dipping to -4 degrees and a wind chill factor of -20 degrees. Saturday's high will be even colder at 4 degrees.
The Kansas Department of Transportation encourages the public to limit travel.
“We urge the public to limit travel for the safety of both motorists and our workers,” said KDOT Emergency Management Coordinator Jim Frye. “If you must travel, be prepared. Check KanDrive.gov for current road conditions before you leave. It’s maintained 24/7 and offers real-time camera views so you can see the road conditions for yourself.”
Check here for the latest cancellations and postponements in the area.