RFP Staff
♦ The roads throughout Rowan County are becoming extremely hazardous as nightfall approaches and a wintry mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain made area streets and roadways difficult to negotiate without sliding. The word is out from law enforcement: STAY OFF THE ROADS UNLESS ITS AN EMERGENCY.
According to the National Weather Service approximately an inch of snow fell on Rowan County between 12 a.m. and 9 a.m. Throughout the morning hours and through afternoon a mix of sleet and freezing rain added to treacherous driving conditions, causing fender benders and cars slamming into utility poles. Wisely schools, government offices, and most businesses remained closed for the day.
Tonight snow is predicted to fall in substantial amounts on top of ice slicked roads. Enjoy watching it on TV from the safety of your home. Have a plan B if your power goes out.
These photos were taken early Friday afternoon in Salisbury around Statesville Road:
The Long Slide:
Usually Busy Eateries Remained Empty as Few People Braved the Roads. Pictured Here is Il Collosseo:
