Harrisburg, PA – A powerful winter storm is continuing to impact much of the Mid-Atlantic today, with heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain expected to create dangerous travel conditions through Monday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, Winter Storm Warnings remain in effect until 1 p.m. Monday for large portions of central Pennsylvania, northern and central New Jersey, Delaware, northeast Maryland, and eastern Pennsylvania, including areas near Philadelphia, Allentown, Reading, Harrisburg, State College, Dover, and Rehoboth Beach.
Forecasters say snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour are possible at times Sunday into Sunday night, especially across central Pennsylvania. Total snow accumulations are expected to range from 9 to 18 inches, with localized totals up to 20 inches in the heaviest bands. Areas farther south and east may see snow mixing with sleet and freezing rain, leading to ice accumulations around one to two-tenths of an inch.
The storm is expected to worsen travel conditions, particularly overnight Sunday and during the Monday morning commute. Untreated roads may refreeze as temperatures drop, and blowing and drifting snow is possible due to gusty winds and bitter cold.
In central Pennsylvania, officials warn travel could become very difficult to impossible, especially in rural and higher-elevation areas. Along and south of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, snow may change to sleet or freezing rain at times, potentially reducing total snow amounts but increasing ice-related hazards.
Emergency officials urge residents to delay travel if possible, keep emergency supplies in vehicles, and monitor local forecasts for updates as conditions evolve.
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