Winter Snow Caused Interstate Pileup In White-Out Blast
Christian described a brief heavy snow period creating white-out conditions on the interstate and contributing to a multiple-vehicle pileup. Authorities responded to several accidents across the region late Thursday into Friday morning as a second winter spell looms this weekend prompting motorists to heed changing weather conditions.
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Highway crews on alert as sleet possible this weekend
Mercer County acting highway superintendent Rick Delp warns drivers to be defensive as sleet may mix with rain and freezing rain. NWS calls for chilly highs near 40 and possible snow or ice Sunday night into Monday. A four hour turnpike closure followed a weather related crash involving six tractor trailers with minor injuries and no citations. Traffic control involved multiple agencies including state police and highway departments.
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