Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – Drivers across western Pennsylvania and the surrounding tri-state region should brace for worsening travel conditions as steady snow and possible snow squalls move in Wednesday afternoon and linger into Thursday morning. The most dangerous period is expected during the Wednesday evening commute, when visibility could drop rapidly on major roadways across the Pittsburgh metro.
According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 1 p.m. Wednesday until 10 a.m. Thursday for large portions of western and northern Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio, and northern West Virginia. Snowfall totals of 3 to 5 inches are expected across Allegheny, Beaver, Washington, Westmoreland, Fayette, Butler, and Indiana counties, with similar amounts stretching into eastern Ohio and the northern panhandle of West Virginia.
Snow squalls may develop Wednesday evening and overnight, bringing sudden bursts of heavy snow and slick pavement. Travel could become very difficult on interstates including I-79, I-70, I-76, and Route 28, as well as secondary roads and bridges. The Thursday morning commute may remain impacted by lingering snow and untreated surfaces.
Motorists are urged to slow down, increase following distance, and avoid unnecessary travel during heavier snow. Road conditions can be checked by dialing 511. The advisory remains in effect through Thursday morning, and additional updates are possible if snow squalls intensify overnight.
