Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County; Light Freezing Rain Expected This Evening

Schuylkill County residents should expect potentially slick travel conditions tonight as the National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the area.
The advisory is in effect from 6:00 PM this evening through midnight and calls for light freezing rain that could create a thin glaze of ice across roads and sidewalks.

Forecasters say ice accumulations are expected to remain light, but even a small amount can create hazardous conditions — especially on untreated surfaces.

The advisory includes Schuylkill County, along with Columbia, Lebanon, and Sullivan counties, with impacts most likely during the evening commute and nighttime hours.

What to Expect

• Light freezing rain
• A thin glaze of ice on surfaces
• Slippery roads, sidewalks, bridges, and overpasses

Potential Impacts

Even minor icing can lead to:

• Reduced traction on roadways
• Hazardous walking conditions
• Increased risk of crashes and falls
• Extra slick spots on bridges and elevated roadways

Drivers are encouraged to slow down, allow extra travel time, and use caution, particularly on secondary roads and untreated surfaces. Pedestrians should also watch for icy sidewalks and steps.

Temperatures hovering near or below freezing tonight will allow ice to form quickly where precipitation falls.

Residents should continue monitoring updated forecasts in case conditions worsen.