A woman was killed in a head-on collision on an icy street in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood early Saturday morning, when a driver lost control of his truck due to slick conditions caused by snow and freezing rain. The crash involved a Nissan pickup and a Volkswagen Jetta, with the woman driver of the Jetta pronounced dead at the scene. The incident is under investigation, and no charges have been filed yet.
A winter weather advisory is in effect in Minnesota due to the potential for icy roads and freezing drizzle on Christmas Day, especially north of Interstate 94, with up to a tenth of an inch of ice possible. The drizzle is expected to end before sunrise on Friday, with colder temperatures and strong winds forecasted for the weekend, followed by a warming trend next week.
Two people died in separate semi crashes on icy roads caused by freezing rain and snow in southern Minnesota, leading to school delays and road closures across the region.
Due to icy conditions and cold temperatures, many schools and organizations in the Pittsburgh area are operating on delays or have adjusted plans for Monday, with Pittsburgh Public Schools starting two hours late and several heating centers opening to assist residents.
A 100-car pile-up occurred on an icy overpass in Suzhou, China, injuring several people as extreme cold and snow disrupt travel across the country. The cold snap has led to widespread disruptions in transportation during the Lunar New Year, with the government stepping up rescue efforts and issuing warnings for icy roads in central and southern cities.
A woman suffered a life-threatening head injury in a seven-vehicle crash on Interstate 93 in Manchester, with icy road conditions contributing to the accidents. A firefighter responding to the scene was injured when a pickup truck lost control and crashed through the emergency area, hitting a fire engine and two vehicles. The firefighter suffered hip and knee injuries but was treated and released. The crash led to the closure of all northbound lanes of I-93, adding to the challenges faced by commuters dealing with icy roads.
Due to snow, sleet, and freezing rain showers, there are several closings in western Massachusetts on Wednesday morning. Drivers are advised to be cautious of icy roads and sidewalks. The day will see temperatures climbing into the mid to upper 30s with scattered rain showers, followed by a steady rain in the afternoon and evening. Wednesday night will bring rain and patchy fog, with temperatures in the 30s. The warming trend continues on Thursday, with highs near 50 degrees.
Temperatures across the Hudson Valley have risen above freezing, but as the sun sets, icy conditions could develop, especially in areas north of I-84 experiencing light to moderate wet snow. Areas south of that line are mainly dry, but precipitation is expected to fill back in before midnight. With temperatures falling closer to freezing, icy spots are possible, particularly on bridges and overpasses. The atmosphere will cool from north to south through the afternoon, resulting in rain changing to snow or staying mixed in the southernmost areas. Icing may begin as temperatures dip below 32°F, creating a layer of ice under any snow or ice that falls on top of it.
A Chester Township fire truck on its way to an accident caused by icy roads also spun out due to the slick pavement, but no one was injured in either incident. The township's road department spread salt in the area, and despite the challenges posed by the icy conditions, the firefighters were able to reach the accident scene and the truck was not damaged. Additionally, a township snowplow and a police cruiser also fell victim to the icy roads, with police responding to multiple disabled vehicles and crashes.
Despite temperatures rising above freezing, icy roads in southern Missouri led to multiple crashes and challenges for first responders, with vehicles sliding off the road and difficulty reaching emergency calls. The Missouri State Highway Patrol advised staying home and allowing treatments to work on the roads, while a Taney County resident prepared with security kits and chains. A Good Samaritan, Kevin Orduno, assisted paramedics by driving them to a life-threatening call and using his truck to help free an ambulance stuck in a ditch.
Southeast Michigan is facing a winter weather advisory with freezing rain and icy roads expected as temperatures hover near freezing and slightly above it. The National Weather Service predicts about a tenth of an inch of freezing rain, potentially making the morning commute treacherous. Snow is expected along and north of I-69, while freezing rain and sleet are expected south of Interstate 69 to the Michigan-Ohio border. The mixed precipitation event is forecast to end by 5 p.m. Tuesday, with temperatures warming up through the rest of the week and rain chances.
Icy conditions in St. Louis have caused treacherous road conditions, leading to multiple crashes and prompting school and government office closures. Metro buses on the Missouri side have been suspended, and flights at Lambert airport have been affected. The Gateway Arch is closed, and city and county government offices are also shut. Additionally, the St. Louis and St. Louis County courts are closed, and city fire officials are responding to calls for people who have slipped on icy walkways.
Freezing rain in Oklahoma has caused icy road conditions, leading to hazardous driving conditions and multiple cancellations and delays, including flights at Will Rogers World Airport. City officials have postponed trash and recycling collection, while school districts have closed or moved to remote learning. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation and Oklahoma Turnpike Authority are urging drivers to stay off the roads if possible, as crews work to treat slick roads and isolated spots. KOCO 5 is providing live coverage and updates on the icy conditions.
Freezing rain in the Ozarks led to icy road conditions, prompting MoDOT crews to work overnight and resulting in slow traffic and several slide-offs, including a tractor-trailer on I-44 east of Springfield. More than 250 schools across the region were closed due to the icy conditions.
Freezing rain is expected to cause icy road conditions in Oklahoma from Sunday into Monday morning, with slick roads anticipated in Southwestern Oklahoma on Sunday and during the Monday morning commute. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Sabrina Bates warns of a medium threat for ice accumulation and a low threat for power outages, advising residents to stay updated through the KOCO 5 App for customized weather alerts and team coverage.
