Pittsburgh, PA – A winter storm advisory remains in effect for higher elevations in Pennsylvania and parts of West Virginia. The storm is expected to bring snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches and wind gusts up to 40 mph.
The National Weather Service (NWS) reported that the advisory began early Wednesday and will last until 4 a.m. Thursday. Affected areas include Westmoreland and Fayette Counties in Pennsylvania and Preston and Monongalia Counties in West Virginia. Lower elevations in Mercer, Venango, and Forest Counties are also under advisory from 10 a.m. Wednesday until 7 a.m. Thursday, with snow totals of 2-4 inches.
Road conditions are expected to be slippery, especially during the morning and evening commutes. NWS advises motorists to drive cautiously and prepare for delays. Sidewalks and driveways may also be icy, increasing the risk of falls.
Residents are urged to report snow accumulations to the NWS through Facebook or Twitter at @NWSPittsburgh. The heaviest snowfall is predicted Wednesday evening into Thursday morning.
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