PENNSYLVANIA — A winter weather advisory is in effect Tuesday evening for parts of central and eastern Pennsylvania, including Sullivan, Columbia, Schuylkill, and Lebanon counties, with slippery conditions expected to develop across the region.
According to the National Weather Service, periods of light freezing rain are forecast from 6 p.m. to midnight Tuesday, with a light glaze of ice possible. The advisory includes the cities of Pottsville, Berwick, Bloomsburg, Laporte, and Lebanon.
Forecasters say the primary concern will be slick spots on roads, bridges, overpasses, sidewalks, and driveways, particularly during the evening hours as temperatures hover near or below freezing. Even small amounts of ice can create hazardous travel conditions.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission are urging motorists to slow down and adjust speeds based on conditions, noting that untreated surfaces may become icy quickly. Drivers are encouraged to check current road conditions before traveling by visiting 511pa.com.
Residents in the affected counties are advised to use caution when walking outdoors and allow extra time for travel Tuesday evening. While widespread power outages are not expected, officials warn that even a thin layer of ice can significantly increase the risk of accidents.
The advisory remains in effect until midnight, when temperatures are expected to gradually improve and reduce the threat of freezing rain.
