Monday, March 25, 2013
A winter storm warning has been cancelled.
Locals woke up to a late blast of spring snow this morning. The most intense snow accumulations—about 3 to 5 inches total—are expected this morning, before diminishing. The National Weather Service in Moon Township has cancelled a winter storm warning, but a winter weather advisory remains in effect until 2 p.m. for southwestern Pennsylvania, including Allegheny, Beaver and Butler counties. A winter weather advisory means that snow will cause travel difficulties so use caution while driving. Here's a look ahead at the forecast: _____________________ Plum-Oakmont Patch is on Facebook and on Twitter . Don't forget to sign up for our daily email newsletter by clicking here .
The snow has been falling most of the night. Use our interactive map to check out roads in and around your neighborhood.
Click on "view larger map" for an interactive look at how the roads are in the Plum and Oakmont areas. Then click on the blue camera icon to see live pictures from traffic cameras. Map Legend: Let Patch know how the roads are where you live in the comments box below. ___________________ Plum-Oakmont Patch is on Facebook and on Twitter . Don't forget to sign up for our daily email newsletter by clicking here .
The winter storm warning has been canceled, but students can sleep in a little bit.
After a heavy overnight snowfall, Plum and Riverview school districts have issued a two-hour delay for Monday, March 25. Plum's previously scheduled early dismissal will remain in effect. The National Weather Service has cancelled the winter storm warning. A winter weather advisory is in effect until 2 p.m. as snowfall will diminish. ___________________ Plum-Oakmont Patch is on Facebook and on Twitter. Don't forget to sign up for our daily email newsletter by clicking here.
Sunday, March 24, 2013
The snow is expected to begin Sunday night.
Though it's officially spring, it seems as though the Plum-Oakmont area will experience some more winter weather. The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the entire Pittsburgh region, including Plum, Oakmont and Verona. The warning is in effect from 11 p.m. Sunday through 11 a.m. Monday. Snow is expected to be most intense from midnight Sunday through the pre-dawn hours of Monday, accumulating 4 to 7 inches before ending by Monday afternoon. Heavy snow could make traveling hazardous. Here's a look at the forecast for the area: Plum-Oakmont Patch will provide updated information about the weather and travel conditions. Stay with us and tell us how the roads look in your neighborhood in the comments …
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
The storm is expected to begin as a mixture of rain and snow before turning to all snow overnight.
The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued a winter storm warning for the Pittsburgh region, including Plum, Oakmont and Verona boroughs from 6 p.m. Tuesday until 5 p.m. Wednesday. Forecasters say snow will accumulate 5 to 8 inches before the storm ends Wednesday afternoon. The period of most intense snow will be between midnight Tuesday and 8 a.m. Wednesday. A storm warning means that snowfall will make travel dangerous, according to the weather service, and drivers are urged to use extreme caution if they must go out. Here's a specific look at the forecast for Plum-Oakmont: Stay with Plum-Oakmont Patch for updates about the weather. Are you sick and tired of winter, or are you happy with the forecast of more snow. Tell us in …
A winter storm that could bring several inches of snow is expected to hit the Pittsburgh area Tuesday night.
A winter storm that could bring several inches of snow is expected to hit the Pittsburgh area Tuesday night. The National Weather Service issued the advisory that runs from 6 p.m. Tuesday through 7 p.m. Wednesday. The heaviest snow is expected to fall in the Laurel Highlands of Fayette, Westmoreland and Somerset counties. However, the Plum-Oakmont area and other areas south and east of the city could get 4-to-6 inches. Neighborhoods west of Pittsburgh are expected to get 2-to-4 inches of accumulation. The weather is expected to arrive late Tuesday afternoon as a mix of rain and snow before intensifying overnight. The snow is expected to continue until Wednesday afternoon, according to the weather service. Continue to monitor Plum-Oakmont …
Friday, February 8, 2013
Here's a look at what to expect weather-wise in the area.
The rest of the state is expected to be heavily impacted by winter storm Nemo, but it looks like the Pittsburgh region is getting by with a few inches of snow. The National Weather Service is predicting rain and snow showers will sweep through the area, and temps will reach the 40s on Friday and Sunday. A brief period of freezing rain Friday morning could cause some slick spots on roads. Take caution when traveling. Here's a look at what you can expect in Plum, Oakmont and Verona: _______________________ Plum-Oakmont Patch is on Facebook and on Twitter. Don't forget to sign up for our daily email newsletter by clicking here.
Monday, February 4, 2013
The snow is expected to taper before midnight.
It could be a slippery rush hour Monday. The National Weather Service is predicting a quick moving storm will move through the western Pennsylvania area Monday afternoon and evening. Here is a more detailed look at the forecast for Plum-Oakmont and Verona. _____________________ Plum-Oakmont Patch is on Facebook and on Twitter. Don't forget to sign up for our daily email newsletter by clicking here.
Friday, February 1, 2013
National Weather Service forecasts hazardous travel conditions.
Two Clipper-type systems will mean lots of snow to western Pennsylvania this weekend, according to the National Weather Service. A winter weather advisory for snow is in effect from 10 a.m. Saturday to 7 p.m. Sunday. The weather service forecasts snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches; those totals could go as high as 6 to 10 inches in the higher ridge elevations. The snow will begin mid-morning Saturday and end Sunday evening, with the heaviest snow coming Saturday afternoon into midday Sunday, NWS states on its website. According to The Weather Channel, 1 to 2 inches of snow is expected in Plum, Oakmont and Verona during the day Saturday. An additional 1 to 2 inches could fall in the evening. Another inch is expected on Sunday. A winter …
Friday, January 25, 2013
Check this post for closures and cancellations in the area due to weather.
Several activities have been canceled and businesses are closing early Friday due to the snow. Here's a look at some of the affected classes and businesses: Have information about other cancellations? Keep us updated and tell us in the comments! _____________________ Plum-Oakmont Patch is on Facebook and on Twitter. Don't forget to sign up for our daily email newsletter by clicking here.
G-Man
6:11 am on Monday, March 25, 2013
If you went to a Catholic School...you'd get a better education..and you'd have this whole WEEK OFF!!! more ›