A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for northeastern Pennsylvania, specifically Scranton. The advisory warns of freezing rain, which is expected to occur between 2 a.m. and 9 a.m. on Friday. This weather condition has the potential to make roads and sidewalks dangerous to navigate.
The National Weather Service in Binghamton predicts that there will be a light ice accumulation in several counties including Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Northern Wayne, Pike, Southern Wayne, Susquehanna, and Wyoming. In some higher elevations, there could be up to a tenth of an inch of ice.
Slippery conditions on roads, bridges, and sidewalks might affect the Friday morning commute. It is advised for drivers to decrease their speed and be cautious. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation recommends that motorists regularly check 511pa.com for the latest updates on road conditions.
Residents should be prepared for potential power outages as a result of ice accumulating on power lines. It is advisable to have flashlights, batteries, and emergency supplies readily available.
