Live updates: Presidents Day snow expected to freeze overnight

BOSTON — It was a winter wonderland out there Monday morning, where heavy snow lasted through the morning commute with snow showers lasting until the afternoon.

While it was a holiday and not as many people were on the roads, slippery, wet conditions made for a messy morning drive. Spinouts and minor accidents were commonplace throughout the area as snow kept falling late into the morning hours.

Most of the state saw anywhere from 2 to 6 inches, with the heaviest accumulation in southeastern Mass.

All that heavy, wet snow is expected to freeze up as temperatures will drop overnight into Tuesday, so its a good idea to clean off your driveway and sidewalks by Monday evening at the latest to avoid slippery conditions on your way out the door Tuesday morning.

Tuesday and Wednesday will be chilly with morning teens and highs near freezing, but expect some sunshine. High clouds will increase Wednesday with some nighttime snow or mix in the works.

Wednesday's storm looks like it'll be a transition to sleet then freezing rain that will happen overnight, causing some slippery spots for the Thursday morning commute.

Much of Thursday will feature rain showers with highs in the 40s.  This storm will produce some gusty onshore winds and may produce minor coastal flooding around the midday high tide.  Stay tuned for specifics.

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Live Updates: 

2:30 p.m.: Snow is still falling across the state. We could see another inch of accumulation before skies clear for tonight's supermoon.

8:00 a.m.:

Speed restrictions have been lifted on the Pike from Westborough Interchange to Boston, normal speed limits are in place, per MassDOT.

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The MBTA and the Commuter Rail are operating on a Saturday schedule for Presidents' Day.

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Several communities are reporting slippery roads and MassDOT says 1.504 crews are out treating roads. They are reminding drivers to give plows room and to use caution.

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Online Resources:

For additional information and resources, visit:
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency at www.mass.gov/mema
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MEMA Twitter: @MassEMA
Federal Emergency Management Agency at www.fema.gov
National Weather Service/Taunton at www.weather.gov/boston
National Weather Service/Albany, NY at www.weather.gov/albany
National Weather Service Weather Prediction Center: http://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov
National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center:  http://www.spc.noaa.gov/
Mass211 at www.mass211.org

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Winter driving tips from MassDOT: 

• Clear snow and ice from all windows and lights, even the hood and roof, before driving, (start with the tailpipe).
• Leave plenty of room for stopping.
• Remember that the posted speed limits are for dry pavement.
• Use brakes carefully. Brake early. Brake correctly. It takes more time and distance to stop in adverse conditions.
• Bridge decks freeze first. Due to the difference in the exposure to air, the surface condition can be worse on a bridge than on the approach road.
• Exit ramps are an even greater challenge during the winter since they may have received less anti-icing material than the main line.
• Leave room for maintenance vehicles and plows – stay back at least 200 feet and don't pass on the right.
• Seat belts should be worn at all times – it's the law.
• Most importantly please remember to slow down.

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