STATE COLLEGE— The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for much of Pennsylvania. The warning is in effect from 1:00 p.m. Saturday until 1:00 p.m. Sunday. Heavy snow is expected to accumulate and a thin glaze of ice is also predicted. Accu-Weather is calling for 6-10 inches of snow with some sleet and freezing rain.
Meanwhile, Governor Tom Wolf signed a state of emergency declaration to allow for increased assistance with storm-related needs. The commonwealth also is imposing speed restrictions to 45 miles per hour as well as a ban on all commercial traffic on interstates, expressways, and the turnpike from noon Saturday to noon Sunday. State officials urge motorists to use caution during the storm, postpone travel if possible, reduce speeds, and be aware of the potential for rapidly changing weather and roadway conditions.
The declaration of an emergency allows for additional help from neighboring states and standing up the Pennsylvania National Guard to ensure a swift response to possible changing priorities. The vehicle ban will allow snow plow crews to have a clearer route to keeping interstates open despite the expected severe weather.
