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03/22/2026

03/08/2026

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TDC is where Pennsylvania’s top professional drivers come together to put their knowledge and skills to the test. From written exams and pre-trip inspections to challenging driving courses, this event showcases the safety, precision, and professionalism that keep our industry moving every single day.

But it’s more than a competition — it’s a celebration of the drivers who keep Pennsylvania rolling and an opportunity to earn a spot representing our state at nationals. 🇺🇸🏆

Spots fill quickly — don’t wait! Get registered today and be part of the best of the best. 🚛💪

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03/02/2026

Ahead of freezing precipitation forecast across PA tomorrow, PennDOT plans to implement vehicle restrictions across Pennsylvania’s Interstate network and on some other high-traffic roadways starting at 3 AM on Tuesday, March 3.

See the full list: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/news-and-media/newsroom/statewide/2026/commercial-vehicles-restrictions-on-pa-interstates--other-high-t.

Please note that RVs/motorhomes are included in commercial vehicle restrictions. More details at https://bit.ly/WinterRestrictions.

Check 511PA.com (or the free 511PA app) for the most accurate and up-to-date info on restrictions, road conditions, plow truck locations, and more.



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PA Emergency Management Agency
Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association

02/19/2026

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01/28/2026

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Every Tuesday Morning - YOU GET TO STAY WARM INSIDE AND NETWORK!!!

8:15 – 9:30 AM
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Guardian Owl Safety Consultant
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[email protected]

01/28/2026

** WAVING THE WEEKEND STORM GOODBYE **

After analyzing the latest overnight and early model guidance, I give it an >80% chance that the low-pressure system will head out to sea and keep all impacts out of Pennsylvania. A strong arctic high pressure over southern Canada will feed in much drier and colder air, and the setup to create a fully phasing coastal storm has basically diminished to near-0%. If we had had a full phase occur, this would have been a high-end blizzard for the East Coast and across much of Eastern PA. After last weekend's major winter storm, I think we can all say we need a break (including the meteorologist myself)! The snow piles are running out of room!

Nevertheless, another winter storm is coming for areas in southern Virginia and across the Carolinas, so if you have any family or friends that way, feel free to let them know of those changes! For anyone living in North Carolina, I highly recommend following North Carolina's Weather Authority! If any followers are here along and east of I-95 across the Northeast, I would still monitor the potential within your local meteorologists.

Could this still change? Of course, anything can change; we are still 3 to 4 days away, but the recent trends and the entire pattern evolution don't allow this system to climb up the coastline. We have gotten a better assessment of the pieces with this storm with research missions across Canada and Hurricane Hunter data across the Pacific Ocean, limiting the chance for mass changes.

FINAL POST: This will be the final post regarding this winter storm potential unless I see significant concern for Pennsylvania to receive impacts. Otherwise, we will remain frigid through the remainder of the week, with highs in the single digits to teens and many nights into the negatives to just above zero. Some weak disturbances could bring flurry or light snow chances, but nothing crazy.

Be winter-ready with DMC SNOW an exclusive provider of commercial snow & ice management across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. From distribution centers and warehouses to office parks, shopping centers, and retail stores, we keep your property clear and business running all season long.

Stay tuned for updates and stay warm!

01/23/2026

Ahead of heavy snow expected across Pennsylvania starting Saturday night, PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike are planning to implement commercial vehicle and speed restrictions across PA’s Interstate network.

See the full list: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/news-and-media/newsroom/statewide/2026/all-commercial-vehicles-restricted-on-pa-interstates--other-high.

More details about commercial vehicle restrictions: https://bit.ly/WinterRestrictions.

Please check 511PA.com (or the free 511PA app) for the most accurate and up-to-date info on restrictions, road conditions, plow truck locations, and more.



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PA State Police
PA Emergency Management Agency

01/23/2026

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8:15 – 9:30 AM
Come Visit Our Chapter
Contact Me for Details or Registration

JR Garrett, CEO
Guardian Owl Safety Consultant
717-343-6795
[email protected]

01/21/2026

** PENNSYLVANIA EARLY TIMING **

Here is a preliminary timing outline for the winter storm this weekend. The timing is becoming better confined. The storm will be arriving southwest-to-northeast (so southwestern PA will see snow sooner and northeast PA will see it last). Sunday will be the worst of the storm with snow likely. Snow will continue into Monday morning, although lingering snow showers and squalls will taper off west-to-east throughout the afternoon. It is quite possible that a good bit of locations in the state may see 24+ hours of accumulating snowfall! The duration will vary with different scenarios, but overall, this is the general gist of the timing! ❄️⚠️

01/20/2026

❄️ BAD WEATHER = HIGHER RISK ❄️

Snow and ice don’t just slow you down — they multiply risk.
If you don’t need to be out, stay home.

If you must drive:
• Plan ahead
• Slow it down
• Stick to main roads over secondary roads

🚛 Commercial Drivers & Fleet Owners, ask yourself:
Is this trip worth the risk?

Can your company afford an accident if one happens?

Even if it’s not your fault, can you afford:
• Losing a vehicle?
• Downtime?
• Increased insurance costs?
• Putting an employee at risk?

🦉 Safety decisions made before the trip matter most.
Protect your drivers. Protect your equipment. Protect your business.

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** WATCHING FOR WEEKEND SIGNIFICANT (OR MAJOR) WINTER STORM **

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Usually, I don't throw around the word "significant" or "major" 4+ days out, but between the recent model guidance, ensembles, and looking at the incoming pattern, this storm has the potential to be quite significant. We are going to have a lot of moisture and warm air ramming into an upper-echelon Arctic airmass this weekend, which is favorable for moisture to be running into the airmass, essentially "squeezing" out and dropping very heavy snowfall wherever the low pressure tracks. Not only that, but we will have a western US Ridge, a strong negative NAO block, and a 50/50 low, which supports a slow-moving large winter storm. These pieces have not aligned in what feels like years. Right now, the worst of the impacts may stay out of Pennsylvania, but we are not out of the picture yet. I have all of the details on why in the blog post!

READ MORE HERE: https://paweatherplus.com/growing-potential-for-mid-atlantic-major-winter-storm/

Stay tuned for updates! I cannot answer specific questions at the moment, but just stay tuned for changes throughout the week. Ignore anyone posting exact snowfall amounts or any weather app spitting out numbers. It is still too early for that!

-Meteorologist Denys K