Tennessee Braces for Arctic Cold and Potential Snow

Arctic Air Arrival:: Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky are under the grip of arctic air, causing temperatures to plummet.

Snow Chances:: There is a chance of snow, particularly on the Cumberland Plateau, late Friday into Saturday. Minimal accumulations are expected.

Dangerous Windchills:: East Tennessee faces dangerously cold wind chills, with feels-like temperatures in the single digits and teens.

Property Tax Debate:: Tennessee residents may soon vote on a measure to ban state property tax forever amidst rising property taxes.

Sober DUI Arrests:: Data reveals a significant number of "sober DUI" arrests in Tennessee since 2017, prompting lawmaker inquiry.

Middle Tennessee: Temperatures will struggle to reach the low 30s, with snow chances late Friday into Saturday. [FOX 17 Weather Forecast?ref=yanuki.com]

East Tennessee: A First Alert Weather Day has been declared due to bitter cold and dangerous wind chills. [WVLT Weather Update?ref=yanuki.com]

Dress in layers: Protect yourself from the cold by wearing multiple layers of clothing.

Limit outdoor exposure: Reduce time spent outdoors, especially for vulnerable individuals and pets.

Stay informed: Monitor local news and weather forecasts for updates.

With property taxes on the rise, Tennessee voters might get to decide whether to permanently eliminate the option of adding a new layer of taxation.

Recent data indicates a high number of "sober DUI" arrests in Tennessee. This has caused a state lawmaker to request THP for a tally of troopers tied to repeat "sober DUI" arrests.

Q: What areas of Tennessee are affected by the cold weather?

Q: What is the chance of snow?

Q: What is a "sober DUI" arrest?

Be prepared for very cold temperatures and potential snow.

Stay informed about weather updates and school closings.

Understand the ongoing discussions around property tax and "sober DUI" arrests in Tennessee.