Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued January 5 at 10:56AM EST until January 6 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 5, 2025 - 7:56am
Expires:
January 5, 2025 - 4:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow
accumulations between 6 and 9 inches and ice accumulations around
one tenth of an inch.
* WHERE...Marion, Monongalia, Preston, Ridges of Eastern Monongalia
and Northwestern Preston, and Wetzel Counties.
* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
Instruction:
Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.
Area Description:
Wetzel; Marion; Monongalia; Ridges of Eastern Monongalia and Northwestern Preston; Preston
Forcast Office:
NWS Pittsburgh PA