🌱 Rocket City Snow Update + Confirmed Tornadoes

Happy snow day! Today's Daily update includes:

• Tornadoes confirmed in Madison County Saturday
• Snow update
• Madison City Schools masking requirements

First, today's weather:

Sunny, but much colder. Enjoy the snow, but be safe! High: 38 Low: 20.

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Here are the top stories in Huntsville today:

1. The snow has finished up, but with up to around 7 inches on the ground in some areas, roads will be dangerous. The snow will likely turn icy on the roads before the morning commute, so if you can, stay off the roads today! (WHNT)
2. The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornadoes touched down in Madison County Saturday. Both were EF-0 tornadoes, with one in North Madison and the other in Triana. (WHNT)
3. The Madison County Commission will vote on the new district lines January 5. There are three options of maps on the table. (themadisonrecord.com)
4. Madison City Schools will start the semester with masks required. According to their masking matrix, the area will have to drop down to moderate risk and stay there for two weeks before they will be able to go to masks recommended. (Madison City Schools)

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Today in Huntsville:

• Teacher Workday/No Students - James Clemens High School (All Day)
• Christmas Break - James Clemens High School (All Day)
• Team Regional Duals Wrestling - Jemison High School (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Check out WZDX to find out about school and business opening delays or all-day closures due to the snow. (Details)
• A portion of Hobbs Island Road was set to be closed starting today for pipe replacement, but the snow will likely delay this. (Details)
• The Botanical Garden will open at noon today as of writing this (5 a.m.) but check with them if you plan to make the trip! (Details)

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— Amy Young