MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WTVY) - Governor Kay Ivey has issued a State of Emergency for 39 counties ahead of the upcoming winter weather. Gov. Ivey made the announcement Monday afternoon in preparation for the weather expected Tuesday.

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has declared a state of emergency for 39 counties ahead of severe winter weather and snow in central and coastal Alabama.

WVTM 13 has declared Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday as Impact Days. This means that you should remain aware and the weather may be disruptive enough to cause changes to your normal daily routine.