Widespread snow showers and reduced speed limits are affecting travel across the Mahoning and Shenango valleys as a winter storm moves through the region.

The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories calling for total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches across Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania. Forecasters predict the hazardous conditions will reduce visibility and create slippery roads throughout the Tuesday morning commute.

Several traffic accidents in the region are currently under investigation.

In Pennsylvania, the Department of Transportation temporarily reduced speed limits to 45 mph on portions of Interstate 79 and Interstate 80. The speed restrictions on I-80 extend from the Ohio State Line to Exit 42 at Emlenton. On I-79, the reduced speeds apply from Ex

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