Special Weather Statement Issued
From
South Williamsport
Sent
Sat, Mar 18 @ 6:26am
Description
Special Weather Statement issued March 18 at 6:14AM EDT by NWS State College PA
A nearly north to south band of heavy snow squalls with visibility
below one-quarter of a mile is expected to move across the
Northwest Mountains during the early to mid afternoon hours,
before reaching the Interstate 99 and Route 220 corridors late
this afternoon and early this evening.
Snow accumulations of a coating to one inch will accompany this
snowband. A flash freeze of initially wet surfaces from melting
snow could lead to dangerous travel conditions on area roads and
Interstates.
Recognize the approaching band of squalls off in the distance by
ridges and other terrain features and building becoming obscured
by a milky white from the heavy snow. Rapid changes in visibility
and potentially icy roads may be encountered. It's best to exit
the Interstates to rest areas or other sheltered locations to wait
out the passage of the squalls. Delay or postpone travel if
possible during the period of the squalls. If you must travel
into or through this band of squalls, use your hazard lights and
gradually slow down your speed to greatly minimize the potential
for high speed crashes, into or from vehicles ahead of and behind
you.
Keep up to date on this potentially dangerous weather situation
by following your favorite source of National Weather Service
information on NOAA Weather Radio and the Web.
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