Special Weather Statement Issued
From
South Williamsport
Sent
Mon, Dec 11 @ 12:54am
Description
Special Weather Statement issued December 11 at 12:44AM EST by NWS State College PA
Rain has changed to wet snow across the higher elevations as of
midnight and this changeover will work down to the valley floors
by 2 AM.
The formation of one or more nearly north to south bands of
enhanced snowfall will create heavy snowfall rates of over 1 inch
per hour through 4 am and drop the visibility down to just several
hundred feet for a 15 to 20 minute period.
Air and road Temperatures in the valley floors will remain at or
just above freezing through 2 am, while higher elevations over
1400 feet above sea level will see the road temperatures drop to
around 30 degrees with the road surface becoming snow and slush
covered. This will lead to poor traction and much extended braking
distance that will greatly increase the threat for accidents if
good driving practices aren't used.
Persons traveling overnight should be alert for a wide range of
visibility and road conditions. Allow extra time for travel and
keep plenty of braking distance between you and the vehicle
ahead. Postpone unnecessary travel if possible until late this
morning.
This notification was posted by South Williamsport. South Williamsport is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
