(WBRE/Wyoming) — Areas like the Poconos and Lehigh Valley are facing some of the heaviest snowfall in our region, but those are just two areas where the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is putting resources into preparing for the storm.
The snow in Hazleton appears to be slowing down significantly Sunday night, but is expected to continue on and off throughout the night.
28/22 News reporter Avery Nape went on a ride with PennDOT plow drivers Sunday night to learn how they deal with unpredictable NEPA weather.
While there isn’t enough snow on the roads to put down plows, PennDOT plow trucks are out in full force spreading salt on the roads to melt as much snow as possible in hopes of providing drivers with extra traction.
The department had more than 200 plow trucks operating throughout NEPA Sunday night.
Parking in the snow is prohibited due to multiple snowfall emergencies
They began preparing for the storm on Saturday, spreading salt and brine solutions ahead of snow or ice.
Snowfall this winter has certainly been above average and has done a good job of keeping the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation on its toes.
“This winter has required a concerted effort from the beginning. With smaller storms throughout December and larger storms ending in January, this winter has been challenging, but we are always prepared to meet the challenges,” said Maintenance Services Engineer Kaitlyn Drumheller.
As mentioned, the snowfall is slowing down significantly in Hazleton, but that will likely turn Sunday night into Monday morning.
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