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Freezing Temperatures Tonight

Icy Conditions On Roads And Bridges

There were five accidents near the Gold Star Bridge Saturday morning due to icy conditions. Police dispatchers said there were no injuries but cars went off the road.  

“There was one right after another,” said a Troop E dispatcher. “As soon as the sun came out they stopped.” 

Public safety officials say use caution when travelling over bridges during freezing weather. Temperatures of bridges match the air temperature faster than roads because they have less barriers and insulation against changing temperatures.  

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Saturday will be mostly sunny and the temperature is expected to be around 38, there is a slight chance of rain and flurries before 4 p.m. On Sunday, there is 20 percent chance of snow and the high temperature will be around 37. Temperatures are predicted to be below freezing Saturday and Sunday nights.


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