Snow Squalls, Accumulations Possible For Pittsburgh: Weather Service

PITTSBURGH, PA — The National Weather Service is warning that snow squalls are possible for the Pittsburgh metro area on Thursday afternoon and could make traveling hazardous during the evening commute.

If necessary, special weather statements or snow squall warnings could be issued to highlight the threat. The snow squalls, which could begin as early as 2 p.m., could cause low visibility and rapid accumulations.

As much as two inches of snow are expected in the Pittsburgh area. The snow should end by 10 p.m.

Winter weather advisories have been issued east of the city for the Laurel Highlands, where more significant accumulations are possible.