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A freezing fog advisory is in effect until 11 a.m., as bitter cold wind chills are forecast to return this weekend.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety advises drivers on I-55 north of Batesville and I-22 north of Lake Center to turn around due to dangerous road conditions caused by stranded vehicles.

Multiple highways in northern Mississippi are closed due to wrecks and worsening weather conditions. Authorities urge drivers to avoid travel.

Drivers on Interstate-55 north of Batesville and Interstate-22 north of Lake Center are urged to turn around due to dangerous conditions.

A snowplow was deployed in the Mississippi Delta to clear US 49 W in Sunflower County amid winter weather, authorities said.

MDOT crews across Mississippi are working long hours to restore roads and bridges affected by Winter Storm Fern, with teams supporting each other across districts.

The Mississippi Highway Patrol reports multiple stalled trucks on I-55 near Como, prompting officials to urge only essential travel due to widespread ice on roads across 28 counties.

A medium to high chance of dense freezing fog is expected in the Mid-South tonight into Wednesday morning, potentially causing travel disruptions.

Multiple videos capture sheets of snow and ice falling from buildings amid warming temperatures. Authorities warn to stay cautious near overhangs during melting period.

Local residents are urged to donate water and blankets to support warming stations and care facilities during the winter storm.