An arctic blast and several inches of snow are expected to hit Pittsburgh this weekend.
Channel 11 reporters have been working to learn what community leaders and public works employees are doing to keep you safe when the winter weather arrives.
Click here for the latest weather coverage.
Allegheny County officials prepare to take on weekend snow, Snow Plow tracker down
Allegheny County officials say two dozen salt trucks will begin operating as soon as the snow begins to fall this weekend.
“I’m out running around today so that I don’t have to be out tomorrow shopping,” Sharon Thompson told Channel 11.
Thompson has decades of experience preparing for snowstorms in Pittsburgh.
“We do have a snow shovel on the front porch and a snowblower in the shed. We are ready for our Pittsburgh winter,” she said.
PennDOT, Allegheny County Public Works, and Pittsburgh crews are also getting ready. They spent much of today loading salt into trucks and making sure all of their equipment is working properly.
Beaver County plow drivers ready to tackle weekend snowstorm
Crews are going to be busy this weekend dealing with the incoming snow.
Many people say they are already tired of the snow so far this season, while others say the early snowfall is putting them in the holiday mood.
While speaking with people in Beaver County about the incoming snow this weekend, John Coladonato from Center Township had a different opinion than many.
“I love the snow, I don’t mind it, get out in it, enjoy it. something different. We haven’t had a nice snow for a while, what’s wrong with that?” Coladonato said.
Washington County residents stocking up, pre-treating properties as snowstorm approaches
Washington County could get as much as seven inches of snow this weekend.
Busy Beaver Hardware Store on Chestnut Street in Washington took to social media on Friday morning to let everyone know they just got a big shipment of salt. They’ve already had to restock it. Full pallets were gone in just a few hours as people prepared for Saturday’s expected snowstorm
“My sister lives closer to Erie. They’ve got about 10 inches already — she thinks we’re wimps down here,” Mike Waldygo said.
Washington County could see four to seven inches of snow, and many people said they’re getting ahead of it.
Charleroi native Paul Valovich plans to be outside shoveling and spreading salt, a point of pride, he told us, at his age.
“I may look like a 29-year-old stud muffin, but I’m 82 years old!” Yalovich said.
Greensburg public works director prepares for more snow expected over weekend
One Westmoreland County community is already preparing for more snow over the weekend.
The remnants of last week’s winter storm are still visible in Greensburg, with the salt stains on the road and even some patches of snow.
The public works director said they were down two drivers for that storm, but are now fully staffed and ready for the weekend’s temperature drop and expected snow.
Shoppers sweep shovels, salt from Mount Lebanon hardware store
People all over the region are gearing up for the weekend winter blast.
It’s been a boon for business at Rollier’s Hardware in Mt. Lebanon.
“It’s been quite busy,” owner Brett Satterfield said, adding the big item has been salt. “You want to make sure that it’s safe for you to walk outside. You always want to have some in stock.”
Shoppers also stocked up on shovels, brushes and more.
“It’s nice to get the news like on Channel 11. We know it’s coming. Good to be prepared,” shopper Joe Smith said.
City of Pittsburgh to open 5 warming centers as snow, arctic blast roll in
The City of Pittsburgh is opening five warming centers as snow and an arctic blast move in over the weekend.
The centers will be open from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
All residents are welcome.
Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts.
Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
©2025 Cox Media Group
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/cmg/XCUXZC2XYZHCRGNNGKFEX6U3LQ.png)
