Special Weather Statement 12/16/2024 14:17 for Massachusetts areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued December 16 at 5:17PM EST by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 16, 2024 - 2:17pm
Expires: 
December 16, 2024 - 5:00pm
Description: 
Temperatures remained near or slightly below freezing in spots across Franklin, Hampshire and Hampden Counties this evening. As rainfall moves back into southern New England, light icing of untreated surfaces may be possible, leading to slippery travel. Temperatures are expected to rise above freezing overnight, ending the threat of freezing rain. Motorists and pedestrians in these areas should be prepared to encounter icy roadways and other ground surfaces through this evening.
Area Description: 
Western Franklin; Eastern Franklin; Western Hampshire; Western Hampden; Eastern Hampshire; Eastern Hampden
Forcast Office: 
NWS Boston/Norton MA