Winter Storm Warning Updated

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Sun, Jan 16 @ 2:39am

Description
Winter Storm Warning issued January 16 at 2:32AM EST until January 17 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Pittsburgh PA

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and
12 inches.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Ohio. Portions of northwest,
southwest, and western Pennsylvania. Portions of northern and the
northern panhandle of West Virginia.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult
to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday
morning commute.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

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.

Dangerous conditions are expected along Interstate 80 for the next
several hours. Remember, 'Pull Aside, Stay Alive'.

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