The National Weather Service branches in Louisville and Jackson say Kentucky’s largest population centers and the Mountain Parkway Communities were most affected by this week’s winter storm. That includes cities in central Kentucky like Frankfort, Lexington and Richmond. Meteorologist Ron Steve says the winter weather is expected to continue through the week. “Wednesday and Thursday is gonna be the coldest we’ve seen this season,” Steve said. “Highs are just barely gonna get into the 20s and Thursday morning especially we could see some temperatures near zero.” There has also been half an inch of ice accumulation along the Bluegrass Parkway, which has caused power outages throughout central Kentucky. The NWS branch in Jackson received reports of six inches worth of snowfall in Roland and Elliott counties. Others in the area like Owsley, Menifee, Montgomery and Powell Counties also saw high amounts. Those Mountain Parkway communities also saw between a quarter to three-tenths of an inch of ice. Meteorologist Alex Vorst says more winter weather could be coming through the area Friday morning. “There’s still a lot up in the air with the system, but the trends are there to see some kind of winter weather impacts beginning Friday morning,” Vorst said. Those experiencing power outages and using generators to keep warm should make sure to keep them outside and away from any ventilation systems. It’s also recommended to have a way to access weather information while traveling, and to keep a weather preparedness kit in your car. ** WEKU is working hard to be a leading source for public service, and fact-based journalism. Monthly supporters are the top funding source for this growing nonprofit news organization. Please join others in your community who support WEKU by making your donation. The post National Weather Service says population centers, Mountain Parkway communities most affected by winter storm appeared first on The Lexington Times.