KOSCIUSKO  —  Kosciusko County is included in a hazardous weather outlook issued by the National Weather Service for this weekend. This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of southwest Michigan, northern Indiana and northwest Ohio.

Dry but cool weather is expected today, with highs reaching around the 40 degree mark. A wintry mix will move into the area late tonight into Saturday morning. Light snow and ice accumulations are possible, mainly along and south of US 30.

Clouds and precipitation will diminish gradually on Saturday as highs warm into the 40s. Pleasant weather is expected on Sunday, with temperatures rising to near 50 degrees.

A second system may follow a similar track, bringing another wintry mix early next week. It looks like this next system will produce more snow than ice.

The Indiana Department of Transportation offers the following safety tips:

• The faster you’re going, the longer it will take to stop.  When accelerating on snow or ice, take it slow to avoid slipping or sliding. Ice and Snow, Take it Slow.
• Give yourself space. It takes extra time and extra distance to bring your car to a stop on slick and snowy roads. Leave extra room between you and the vehicle in front of you.
• Brake early, brake slowly, brake correctly and never slam on the brakes. If you have anti-lock brakes, press the pedal down firmly and hold it. If you don’t have anti-lock brakes, gently pump the pedal.
• When driving on ice and snow, do not use cruise control and avoid abrupt steering maneuvers. When merging into traffic, take it slow. Sudden movements can cause your vehicle to slide.
• Be aware of what’s going on well ahead of you. Actions by other vehicles will alert you to problems more quickly, giving you extra time to react safely.