Special Weather Statement 12/21/2024 18:43 for Pennsylvania areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued December 21 at 9:43PM EST by NWS State College PA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 21, 2024 - 6:43pm
Expires: 
December 21, 2024 - 8:15pm
Description: 
HAZARDS...A lake effect snow band which can rapidly reduce visibility to less than a quarter of a mile. A quick 1 to 2 inches of accumulation could occur locally through 11 to 1130 pm. LOCATION AND MOVEMENT...At 939 PM EST, a lake effect snow band was moving into southern Cambria county, developing further towards the southeast at around 20 mph. LOCATIONS IMPACTED INCLUDE... Johnstown, Westmont, Windber, Belmont, Nanty-Glo, Portage, Geistown, Southmont, Vinco, Dale, East Conemaugh, Salix-Beauty Line Park, Davidsville, Central City, Beaverdale-Lloydell, Paint, Jerome, South Fork, Scalp Level, and Sidman. Snow covered and slippery road conditions can be anticipated on portions of Route 219. SAFETY INFO... Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. Be prepared for snow or ice covered roads. Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.
Area Description: 
Cambria; Somerset
Forcast Office: 
NWS State College PA