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Winter Storm Watch in effect Sunday
3 hours ago: A Winter Storm Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches possible. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult. A Winter Storm Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches possible. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult.
Reading: Accident on Route 12 East
4 hours ago: Accident on Route 12 Eastbound in the City of Reading near a River Road, initially reported to be a vehicle into the barrier with injuries.

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