Allentown, PA Until 1 a.m. on Monday, a winter storm warning is in force for eastern Pennsylvania, which includes the counties of Lehigh, Berks, and Bucks. With an accumulation rate of one inch per hour this evening, heavy snow is predicted to add three to five inches.
The storm is creating dangerous traffic conditions, especially on bridges and overpasses, according to the Mount Holly, New Jersey, National Weather Service.
In addition to temperatures predicted to dip into the teens overnight, blowing snow may drastically impair visibility, making roadways treacherous and slick even after the storm has stopped.
Conditions could stay hazardous for days, so residents are urged to use caution. In locations like Allentown, Reading, and West Chester, drivers are cautioned to stock their cars with food, water, and flashlights in case of emergencies.
To check road conditions and receive local updates, travelers should dial 511. This week’s chilly conditions are predicted to last, and cleanup activities will be hindered by the improbable rise in temperature over freezing.
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