At 10:19 p.m. on Saturday, the National Weather Service issued a weather notice for Indiana’s Higher Elevations, Armstrong, and Indiana counties, predicting snow showers through 11 p.m.
“At 10:19 p.m., Doppler radar tracked snow showers along a line from near Ford City to 15 miles southeast of Black Lick, or along a line from 7 miles north of Vandergrift to 17 miles southeast of Homer City, moving southeast at 15 mph,” according to the meteorological service.
The following locations are affected by the alert: Avonmore, Orchard Hills, Saltsburg, Oklahoma, West Lebanon, East Vandergrift, North Vandergrift, Seward, Manorville, Ford Cliff, Homer City, Apollo, Blairsville, Leechburg, Freeport, Black Lick, North Apollo, West Leechburg, and Leechburg.
“Keep a close eye on the weather situation and be on the lookout for potentially dangerous weather conditions,” advises the weather service. If you have to drive into or through this snowy area, go with additional caution. Accidents may result from sloppy roadways and abrupt changes in visibility. Think about postponing your trip till the snow has moved past where you are.
Rainy day rules: How to stay safe in heavy precipitation
Flooding and dangerous driving conditions increase when heavy rain starts. Being ready is crucial, regardless of the duration of the rainfall or the rate of runoff. The weather service has provided the following important safety advice to help you stay safe during periods of severe rain:
Watch out for swift water flow:
Keep your distances from other vehicles safe:
Reduce your speed and drive carefully:
Pick your lane carefully:
Visibility is important.
Be cautious on slick roads:
Stay a safe distance away from big cars:
Be mindful of your wipers:
Visibility may be hampered by overloaded wiper blades. If the rain significantly impairs your vision, stop and wait for the weather to clear up. Seek cover in safe spaces or rest zones. Place your car as far off the road as you can when stopping by the side of the road, preferably beyond guardrails. To warn other drivers, turn on your emergency flashers and keep your headlights on.
Taking these safety measures will significantly improve your road safety while it’s raining a lot. For a safe trip, keep yourself updated on weather conditions and follow local authorities’ instructions.
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