"Arkansas Braces for Severe Storms and Arctic Front Arrival"

Arkansas is facing a severe weather risk Thursday night as an arctic front approaches, with thunderstorms expected to bring large hail, high winds, and a potential isolated tornado, particularly in central and south Arkansas. After midnight, a second round of storms will move across the state, with high winds posing the greatest risk. Temperatures will drop significantly on Friday, and there's a possibility of light snow in northwest Arkansas. Additionally, extreme cold is expected over the weekend, with the potential for a winter storm bringing accumulating snowfall on Sunday into Monday.