SCARBOROUGH, Maine (AP) — Messy winter weather brought snow, ice, freezing rain, and dangerous driving to the New England states on Wednesday as the region prepared for more unpleasant conditions later in the week. The combination of rain, snow, and slush blanketed the region, causing dozens of school districts to close for the day or begin on a delay. Snow accumulations were not expected to be high, but the road conditions made it unsafe to roll buses on Wednesday morning. Over a tenth of an inch of ice coated some areas, leading to power outages, especially in Maine and Massachusetts. Schools and transportation authorities emphasized safety while monitoring additional winter storms predicted for the coming weekend.
New England Faces Wild Winter Weather: Snow, Ice, and Travel Impacts
New England Faces Wild Winter Weather: Snow, Ice, and Travel Impacts
Winter storms have gripped New England, bringing a mix of snow, freezing rain, and dangerous road conditions, prompting school closures and hazardous weather advisories across the region.
A winter storm swept across New England on Wednesday, causing hazardous conditions marked by ice and snow. School districts closed or delayed classes, prioritizing the safety of students amid freezing rain and icy roads. Thousands experienced power outages, while authorities reported numerous traffic incidents but no serious injuries. The National Weather Service issued advisories as forecasts predicted continued winter weather into the week.
