PENNSYLVANIA — The National Weather Service has issued an Ice Storm Warning for parts of central and western Pennsylvania from 7 p.m. Wednesday to noon Thursday due to expected hazardous winter weather.
Affected Areas:
- Central Pennsylvania: Clearfield, Cambria, Blair, Somerset, Bedford, and Fulton counties, including Altoona, Bedford, DuBois, Clearfield, Somerset, Johnstown, and McConnellsburg
- Western Pennsylvania: Higher elevations of Westmoreland, Fayette, and Indiana counties
Expected Conditions:
- Ice accumulation between 0.3 to 0.5 inches in central Pennsylvania
- Ice accumulation up to 0.25 inches in western Pennsylvania
- Snow and sleet accumulation up to 1 inch
Potential Impacts:
- Power outages and tree damage due to heavy ice
- Treacherous road conditions, making travel nearly impossible
- Significant disruptions to Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes
Safety Precautions:
- Avoid travel if possible; if necessary, carry extra food, water, and a flashlight
- Drive with extreme caution and allow extra time for travel
- Ensure vehicles are winter-ready and monitor local forecasts
Residents should prepare for potential power outages and dangerous road conditions. For updated road conditions, call 511 Pennsylvania.
