Here is the list of statements from local schools and any others concerning the current flooding. Keep checking back for updates. Authorized representatives of schools, organizations and businesses should send info to [email protected] or call or text 501-303-4010. Benton Public Schools As of now, I -30 Westbound is backed up due to flooding and is […]
Flood WARNING until 1AM; Fog advisory until noon
UPDATE 11:14PM JAN 23, 2024 The National Weather Service in Little Rock issued a Flood Warning effective until 1:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 24, 2024. Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring in Saline County. Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. At 11:13 P.M., Emergency management reported […]
See the list of Winter Weather Closures for MONDAY JAN 22
Here is the list of Winter Weather Closings for MONDAY, JANUARY 22ND. Keep checking back for updates. Authorized representatives of schools, organizations and businesses should send info to [email protected] or call or text 501-303-4010. MON JAN 22 • Arkansas State Offices – Governor Sanders will delay the opening of State office buildings by 2 hours […]
Freezing rain Monday morning then temps above freezing for a week
Read more forecast and 7-Day Outlook below ? According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 3:00 p.m. Monday for a portion of Arkansas. While we will see a trend of temps rising as high as 60° in the next few days, Monday morning, we’re looking […]
[VIDEO] Benton man in wheelchair gets pulled through snow by a truck!
Thanks to Amanda Robinson Barnard for permission to share this “yeehaw moment” in winter weather. The Benton woman caught video of a neighbor driving a truck through the snow, while pulling another person in a wheelchair. That person was obviously having the time of his life. Watch the fun below, and listen for the key […]
Learn these 5 tips to keep from getting stuck & stranded in Winter weather
Temps got above freezing on Wednesday, but that can make nightfall much more dangerous because the melted snow becomes ice. The City of Benton issued a statement reminding citizens to be extra cautious with any driving so you don’t get stuck or stranded. Here are 5 tips from the National Safety Council for driving in winter […]
Two days above 32 to help melt; Glaze possible Thursday
Temperatures are expected to climb above freezing both Wednesday and Thursday helping with the melting process. Be careful in the evening though. Whatever melts during the day will freeze again at night, leading to some travel impacts. A weak weather system may bring a little freezing rain to parts of central and east Arkansas early […]
Warming center extends hours to Jan 21; Volunteers & Supplies needed
UPDATE JAN 17 – Due to the continuation of extreme cold temperatures, the Saline County Community Warming Center will remain open through Noon Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Warming Center is located at Northside Church of Christ, 917 N. East St., Benton, AR 72015. (Next to Saline Memorial Hospital). The Center has daytime and overnight […]
Extreme lows through Wednesday morning, Travel dangerous; Wintry mix possible Thursday
The National Weather Service in Little Rock says Precipitation has moved out of the state, for the most part, with only light and isolated flurries remaining through the rest of the evening. No additional measurable precipitation is expected tonight. Bitter and hazardous cold temperatures will continue through at least Wednesday morning. Temperatures on Wednesday and […]
Snow likely to begin after noon Sunday; Single digit temps creating dangerous conditions
The National Weather Service says we already have a wind chill advisory currently in effect until noon Tuesday. Add to that a winter storm warning in effect from Noon Sunday to 6pm Monday. In related news, schools will already be out, due to the MLK Jr Holiday on Monday, January 15th. If there’s a need, […]
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