BOSTON — Due to scattered showers Wednesday morning with freezing rain in the Merrimack Valley, Central Massachusetts, and Southern New Hampshire areas, many schools and businesses have already reported closures or delayed start times.
In total, there are 28 businesses or schools that have already reported being closed for the day or will have a delayed start for at least 2 hours.
A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect through noon for icy roads. It only takes trace amounts of glaze to make for a hazardous drive.
For a full list of all closures and delays reported Wednesday morning, click here.
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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 mainline.
- 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.
Additional snow content:
- Ice safety tips for safe winter fun
- What is wind chill and how can it hurt you?
- How and when to protect your pipes from freezing
- Winter weather: How to shovel, remove snow safely
- Here’s what to have in your snow emergency kit