The City of Huntsville is preparing for extreme cold temperatures and the potential for winter weather next week.

With an arctic blast expected over the next few days, cities in Middle Tennessee are preparing for the potential for ice and snow on the roadways.

The City of Hastings is preparing for its first round of winter weather this weekend. The City Streets Department is responsible for clearing 509 miles of snow removal routes, and the time to complete the task ranges from 5 to 12 hours,