(WKBW) — Freezing rain this morning lead to an icy commute. Freezing rain will continue today and showers/thunderstorms expected for tomorrow.
The freezing rain also caused power outages throughout the area. Amherst Police tell 7 Eyewitness News, there were 33 vehicle-involved incidents, 25 accidents, 8 cars in a ditch and a few trees and power lines down all because of this weather.
Freezing rain will cause major issues across the area today especially #Buffalo northward. Be prepared for difficult travel and isolated power outages. https://t.co/DaxGWILKwT @wkbw @NewsRadio930 @EdDrantch @KatieMorseNews @BuffaloGrlProbs @WCSD_K12 pic.twitter.com/JXqRPDQKpk
— Aaron Mentkowski (@AaronCh7Weather) February 6, 2019
There were a few accidents due to the icy conditions. Throughout the morning, NITTEC reported congestion on major commuter routes.
Accident on the 190 N causing near standstill traffic at exit 14. VERY hard to stop car on roads this morning. Icy. @AaronCh7Weather @WKBW pic.twitter.com/UkCwQ1wGu9
— Madison Carter (@madisonlcarter) February 6, 2019
Cars, windows, and even trees are becoming ice from the rain. Be careful walking and driving today.
Ice is accumulating... everywhere, please be careful on the roads/sidewalks/driveways! This picture is a window at Kenmore Mercy: @WKBW @7FirstAlert pic.twitter.com/GBl7oVku3C
— Autumn Lewandowski (@AutumnsWeather) February 6, 2019
The 7 Eyewitness News team will continue to keep you updated on the weather and traffic conditions throughout the day. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter and download the WKBW App for all the latest news.
