Temperatures are expected to drop as much as 40 degrees below the normal average starting Thursday and Friday. Justin Titus with the National Weather Service in Springfield said we should expect some snow in the area starting Thursday…

Titus said of great concern is below-freezing temperatures which will cause any precipitation to free on driving surfaces and wind…

With the extreme cold expected on Thursday, everyone is advised to bundle up, with a heavy coat, hat and gloves, and cover any exposed skin. Only be outside if you have to.