The risk of ice accumulating on bridges when temps plummet into the 20s tonight has forced most schools in the Birmingham Metro area to close on Monday, January 26.

Below is the latest list of confirmed closings:

List of Birmingham-area school closings

Alabaster City Schools
Altamont School
Banks Academy

Bessemer City Schools
Bevil Community College
Birmingham City Schools
Blount County Schools
Cornerstone School of Alabama
Holy Family Cristo Rey High School
Homewood City Schools
Hoover Schools
I3 Academy
Jasper City Schools
Jefferson County Schools
Leeds City Schools

Mountain Brook City Schools
Oneonta City Schools
Pelham City Schools
Pell City Schools
St. Clair County Schools
Tarrant City Schools
Trussville City Schools
United Ability
University of Alabama
University of Montevallo
Walker County Schools

Beware of black ice

The Alabama Department of Transportation is urging motorists to drive carefully and watch for black ice.

On Sunday, they issued the following tips:

Avoid travel until conditions improve: Once winter precipitation begins, ALDOT urges motorists to avoid travel during adverse weather and roadway conditions.
Slow down: If travel cannot be avoided, reduce your speed and increase your following distance, allowing extra room to stop. Plan additional travel time to reach your destination.
Avoid sudden braking and steering: These actions can cause your vehicle to lose control.
Turn on your headlights: This will make your vehicle more visible to other drivers.
Avoid using cruise control on icy roads: This can cause you to lose control of your vehicle if you hydroplane.
Watch for workers: Be aware of emergency personnel and crews treating and clearing roadways.
Move crashed vehicles: In the event of a minor crash, safely move vehicles off the roadway if possible, to maintain access for first responders and treatment crews. Do not abandon vehicles in travel lanes.