The National Weather Service in San Angelo has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for accumulating snowfall, which is in effect from 9 PM this evening to 9 AM Friday.

Light to moderate snow is possible, and potentially significant snow may impact the area causing hazardous travel conditions. Roads and bridges will become slick and icy.

Accumulations of 1 to 3 inches of snow are possible.

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet, or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities and use caution while driving.

Accumulating snow is expected across the Concho valley, Southern Big Country and Heartland areas.

Below are the fishing reports for area lakes as reported by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department this week.

Lake Brownwood

Water lightly stained; 61–65 degrees; 10.39' low. Black bass are fair on chartreuse/black jigs, small crankbaits, and watermelon red 4" worms over brush piles in 10–20 feet. Hybrid striper are fair on green striper jigs. White bass are fair on Li'l Fishies and watermelon red crankbaits under lighted docks at night. Crappie are good on Li'l Fishies and minnows over brush piles in 10–20 feet. Channel catfish are fair on stinkbait, minnows and shrimp in 10–20 feet. Yellow catfish are slow.

Below are the fishing reports for area lakes as reported by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department this week.

Lake Brownwood

Water lightly stained; 61–65 degrees; 10.25' low. Black bass are fair on chartreuse/black jigs, small crankbaits, and watermelon red 4" worms over brush piles in 10–20 feet. Hybrid striper are fair on green striper jigs. White bass are fair on Li'l Fishies and watermelon red crankbaits under lighted docks at night. Crappie are good on Li'l Fishies and minnows over brush piles in 10–20 feet. Channel catfish are fair on stinkbait, minnows and shrimp in 10–20 feet. Yellow catfish are slow.

The public is invited to start a new tradition on New Year’s Day 2013 at 2:00 p.m. to start the year off on the right foot, then left foot, any foot – take a First Day Hike at Lake Brownwood State Park.

Join a park ranger for a First Day Hike on the Texas Oak Trail. The trail follows the lake shore and provides great views of Lake Brownwood. Other parts of the trail highlight the park's unique rock features. This two-mile trail is easy with some moderate climbs and some steps and is suitable for families.

Campers joined the staff at Lake Brownwood State Park for the first annual Holiday at the Lake event on Saturday.

Park officials invited visitors to bring camping gear and decorations for a “best decorated campsite,” a campfire talk with a park ranger, a visit from Santa and sugar cookie decorating.

The National Weather Service issued an advisory Monday stating that the coldest temperatures in nearly a year are expected across West Central Texas tonight, with lows in the upper teens and lower 20s.

That public is urged to take any needed precautions such as providing shelter for, pets, bringing plants indoors, or wrapping exposed pipes during daylight hours today.

A warming trend is expected to start Wednesday afternoon.

Tonight, temperatures will plunge after dark, with readings falling into the teens and lower 20s across much of West Central Texas by sunrise Tuesday morning. With a period of 12 hours or more below freezing, caution should be taken to protect your pipes, pets, and any cold sensitive plants. If you have an outdoor sprinkler system still activated, now is the time to disable the system ahead of these very cold conditions.

Below are the fishing reports for area lakes as reported by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department this week.

Lake Brownwood

Water lightly stained; 67–71 degrees; 10.05' low. Black bass are fair on watermelon jigs, spinnerbaits, crankbaits, and soft plastic worms over brush piles in 10–25 feet. Hybrid striper are slow. White bass are fair on Li'l Fishies and crankbaits from lighted docks at night. Crappie are good on minnows over brush piles. Channel catfish are fair on cut bait and nightcrawlers over baited holes. Yellow catfish are slow.

Below are the fishing reports for area lakes as reported by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department this week.

Lake Brownwood

Water lightly stained; 67–71 degrees; 9.98' low. Black bass are fair on watermelon jigs, spinnerbaits, crankbaits, and soft plastic worms over brush piles in 10–25 feet. Hybrid striper are slow. White bass are fair on Li'l Fishies and crankbaits from lighted docks at night. Crappie are good on minnows over brush piles. Channel catfish are fair on cut bait and nightcrawlers over baited holes. Yellow catfish are slow.

Celebrating Christmas is something near to every Texan’s heart.  There are opportunities across Texas to visit a state park and enjoy time with family in the outdoors and celebrate being together.

Join the staff at Lake Brownwood State Park for their first annual holiday at the lake on Saturday, December 15.  Visitors can bring camping gear and decorations for a competition for the best decorated campsite. The winner will have their camping fees waived for the evening.