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EYEWITNESS WEATHER (WBRE/WYOU) — A Flood Watch remains in effect with a chance of light snow for all of northeastern and central Pennsylvania through Thursday.

Periods of steady and heavy rain continue to push across the area Wednesday. While a thunderstorm can't be ruled out, it will be windy with highs in the mid-40s.

Watch for flooding on roadways and in areas of poor drainage. Any steady rain this evening will taper to rain and snow showers overnight.

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EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — A mix of rain and snow showers will continue Wednesday evening with the possibility of a snow squall.

As of 4:30 p.m., several counties are under snow squall alerts. Any snow accumulation will be an inch or less. Most of the rain and snow will taper off tonight. However, a few flurries and snow showers will fly around overnight.

It'll be windy and cold. Tonight's lows will be in the lower 20s, but normally colder spots will be in the teens. 

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EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — The rare celestial event will take place on Monday, April 8, and is sure to draw the interest of many across northeastern and central PA.

Although the event is visible from our entire region (with the proper glasses, of course), two local observatories are holding gatherings to watch the 2024 solar eclipse in NEPA.

According to NASA, the eclipse will begin at 2:08 p.m. and will peak at 3:23 p.m. with 94.9% coverage.

2024 solar eclipse: Pennsylvania’s guide to viewing

EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a wind advisory from Sunday into Monday evening for most of Pennsylvania.

28/22 News Weather Forecaster Kathryn Oleary explains wind will pick up Sunday night with gusts up to 35 miles per hour.

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The NWS announced a wind advisory will be in place from 5:00 p.m. Sunday to 8:00 p.m. Monday.

According to the NWS, unsecured items and tree limbs could be impacted by the wind conditions. 

The high winds may also result in possible power outages, according to the NWS.

EYEWITNESS WEATHER (WBRE/WYOU) — Our next storm system moves in for the weekend with unsettled weather returning.

Saturday morning despite a stray shower starts quiet with plenty of clouds. Showers develop from southwest to northeast into the afternoon and evening.

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The steadiest and heaviest rain will come Saturday evening and through the overnight. It will be windy, too with temperatures in the mid-40s.

If you're heading to the Scranton St. Patrick's parade, having the rain gear on standby will be a good idea!

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EYEWITNESS WEATHER (WBRE/WYOU) — A power storm system will take Pennsylvania on a wild weather ride through Thursday morning. 

We can expect scattered showers Tuesday night into Wednesday. At times, the rain will be heavy, and the best chance for a severe thunderstorm is Wednesday afternoon.

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The main threat is damaging winds. Rain will end by Wednesday evening. As it gets colder Wednesday night, a few snow showers are possible. Wind Advisories are in effect for Wednesday and Wednesday night with gusts of 40-55 MPH are possible.

With the first significant winter weather event forecasted this week, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), is providing the below winter driving advice for motorists to consider if traveling is necessary.

BLOOMSBURG – The Bloomsburg Police Department is notifying all residents of a potential flooding hazard. Heavy rain is expected over the next 18 hours along with warm temperatures that will bring a large amount of water into Fishing Creek and the Susquehanna River. As of 11:00 AM this date the river is expected to crest at 7:00 PM Saturday, December 26, 2020 at 26.4 feet (7 feet above flood stage).

The Bloomsburg Police Department is providing notification to all residents who live in the “West End” of Bloomsburg of the potential for Fishing Creek to flood. Fishing Creek can be unpredictable under the heavy rain conditions we have experienced over the last several days.

​All residents west of Railroad St. should be preparing to evacuate with short notice. Have personal items ready to go with the possibility of being away for up to 72 hours. Move valuables to a second story if possible. Residents should consider leaving now to reduce the possibility be caught unaware.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) reminds Pennsylvanians of all ages to stay safe during the winter months, while driving or enjoying many outdoor activities. With variations in temperature and density of snow, outdoor activities and driving can become more dangerous than adults or children realize, leading to injury and even death.

PennDOT District 3 reminds every one of the following safety guidelines: