Pennsylvania Weather Alert: Mixed Precipitation to Create Hazardous Travel Conditions Saturday

State College, PA – A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for much of central and northern Pennsylvania, with mixed precipitation expected Saturday into early Sunday. Motorists should prepare for slippery road conditions as snow, sleet, and ice accumulations develop.

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), precipitation will begin as early as 9 a.m. Saturday in northern areas and spread southward throughout the day. Snow and sleet totals will range from up to 1 inch in southern areas to 3 inches in the north, with ice accumulations between a glaze and a quarter of an inch in some locations.

Regional Breakdown:

• Huntingdon, Mifflin, Juniata, Franklin, Cumberland, Adams Counties: Snow and sleet up to 1 inch, ice accumulations around 0.1 inch. Advisory from 11 a.m. Saturday to 1 a.m. Sunday.

• Harrisburg, Lebanon, Sunbury, Bloomsburg: 1–3 inches of snow/sleet, up to 0.1 inch of ice. Advisory from noon Saturday to 1 a.m. Sunday.

• State College, Williamsport, Clearfield, Warren: 1–3 inches of snow/sleet, ice up to 0.25 inch. Advisory from 9 a.m. Saturday to 9 a.m. Sunday.

• Johnstown, Altoona, Somerset: Up to 1 inch of snow/sleet, ice up to 0.2 inch. Advisory from 11 a.m. Saturday to midnight.

Travel & Safety Tips:

• Drive cautiously on icy roads, especially during peak precipitation hours.

• Allow extra travel time and avoid unnecessary trips.

• Check PennDOT’s 511 system for real-time road conditions.

This storm is expected to clear by Sunday morning, but lingering ice may cause slick spots on untreated roads. Stay updated with the latest alerts from the National Weather Service and local emergency officials.