LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. — The Lehigh Valley is bracing for a major winter storm that could dump 12 to 18 inches of snow beginning early Sunday, prompting snow emergency declarations in Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton and travel restrictions across the region.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning from 1 a.m. Sunday through 1 p.m. Monday, warning that heavy snow, blowing snow and dangerous travel conditions are likely. Forecasters say this could be one of the most significant snowstorms to hit the area in years.
With statewide impacts expected, Gov. Josh Shapiro issued a disaster declaration Friday, urging residents to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary.
Snow emergencies and parking restrictions
Allentown Snow Emergency Routes
Allentown’s snow emergency begins at 11 a.m. Saturday. Parking is prohibited on designated snow emergency routes…