The National Weather Service released an updated forecast at 4:46 p.m. on Friday that called for snow showers until 5:15 p.m. in Indiana’s higher elevations as well as in the counties of Mercer, Lawrence, Butler, Clarion, Jefferson, Beaver, Armstrong, and Indiana.
“A line stretching from close to New Bethlehem to close to Shanor-Northvue to close to New Castle to close to Minerva was spotted with sporadic snow showers around 4:44 p.m. At 30 mph, the movement was east. The meteorological service warns that these snow showers might include winds of more than 30 mph.
Cranberry, New Castle, Indiana; Butler; Salem; Beaver Falls; Columbiana; Punxsutawney; Monaca; East Palestine; Kittanning; Brookville; Rimersburg; Ellwood City; Homeacre-Lyndora; New Brighton; Shanor-Northvue; Beaver; Calcutta; and Meridian are among the places affected by the alert. The following highways are included in this: Pennsylvania Between mile markers 1 and 26, turnpike. Pennsylvania’s Interstate 79 between mile marks 81 and 111. Pennsylvania’s Interstate 376 between mile markers 9 and 36; Pennsylvania’s Interstate 80 between mile markers 86 and 87. Snow will make it harder to see and create dangerous driving conditions. If you are traveling through or into these snow showers, exercise additional caution. Accidents could result from slick roadways and abrupt changes in visibility.
Navigating rainy roads: Safety tips for wet weather
Roads can become dangerous when it rains. Keep yourself updated and heed these weather service recommendations to stay safe during periods of intense precipitation:
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.
You may greatly lower dangers and protect your health when it rains a lot by adhering to these safety precautions. To ensure a safe and sound voyage, keep yourself updated on weather conditions and follow local authorities’ instructions.
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