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Ice Storm Warning issued December 13 at 9:23PM CST until December 14 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Des Moines IA ...WIDESPREAD FREEZING RAIN ACCUMULATIONS EXPECTED BY DAYBREAK SATURDAY... .Areas of freezing rain, mixed with sleet at times, continue to advance through central Iowa this evening. This will continue through around midnight before becoming predominately freezing rain. One to two tenths of an inch of icing, possibly higher east, are expected by Saturday morning. A wintry mix, including some light snow, is expected over northern Iowa later Saturday, but temperatures should warm sufficiently for a cold rain central and south by the afternoon. * WHAT...Significant icing. Additional ice accumulations between two tenths and three tenths of an inch. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central, and southeast Iowa. * WHEN...Until noon CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Ice accumulation on power lines and tree limbs may cause scattered power outages. Travel could be very hazardous due to slick roads. Travel is discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app, www.511ia.org, or dial 511. Persons should delay all travel if possible. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.