When Will Tuscaloosa See Freezing Temperatures Today?

Temperatures are currently above freezing in Tuscaloosa, but a sharp decrease is expected later in the day.

ABC 33/40 and Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa Chief Meteorologist James Spann says that Tuscaloosa will begin to see temperatures fall to the freezing point by 3 p.m. this afternoon. This means that roadways and bridges could begin to ice over, so commuters are urged to use extreme caution when headed home.

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"Black ice from lingering water on bridges and roads will become an issue tonight and tomorrow morning... we expect lows in the 10-19 degree range early tomorrow," Spann said.

A Winter Storm Warning continues through 9 p.m. for most counties in West Alabama while an Ice Storm Warning continues until 9 p.m. for Fayette, Lamar, Marion, Pickens, and Winston Counties.