Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued January 5 at 5:45PM EST until January 7 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 5, 2025 - 2:45pm
Expires:
January 5, 2025 - 10:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow
accumulations between 10 and 13 inches and ice accumulations
around one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Eastern Preston, Eastern Tucker, and Western Tucker
Counties.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4
mile due to falling and blowing snow.
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:
Eastern Preston; Western Tucker; Eastern Tucker
Forcast Office:
NWS Pittsburgh PA