PennDOT has temporarily reduced the speed limit on major roads in western Pennsylvania as a major winter storm slams the area.
In a news release early Sunday morning, PennDOT urged drivers to avoid unnecessary travel, but said a 45 mph speed limit has been placed on the following highways:
- Interstates 79, 279, 376 and 579 in Allegheny County
- Routes 28 and 65 in Allegheny County
- Interstate 376 and Route 65 in Beaver County
- Interstates 79 and 376 in Lawrence County
In addition to the 45 mph speed restrictions, PennDOT implemented a T4 vehicle restriction at midnight on Sunday for all interstates. The restriction means no commercial vehicles, school buses, commercial buses, motor coaches, motorcycles, RVs/motorhomes, and passenger vehicles towing trailers are permitted.
PennDOT added that additional speed restrictions may be implemented on Sunday as the storm progresses…