Meadville, PA – Residents of Crawford and Southern Erie counties are bracing for heavy snowfall as a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect through 7 a.m. Thursday. Lake effect snow is expected to bring additional accumulations of 3 to 8 inches, with the heaviest snowfall likely to occur tonight into Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Cleveland, snow bands could produce rates exceeding 1 inch per hour in some areas. Motorists should prepare for hazardous conditions during Wednesday’s morning and evening commutes, as visibility may rapidly decrease and road conditions may worsen.
Travelers are urged to slow down and exercise caution while driving. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and Turnpike Commission advises against unnecessary travel and recommends checking updated road conditions at www.511pa.com.
The lake effect snow is expected to create highly localized impacts, with conditions varying significantly over short distances. Visibility and road safety may change rapidly, requiring drivers to remain alert and prepared.
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