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Last updated: Saturday, January 11, 2025 3:46PM GMT
Central NC winter weather preps
Icy conditions from the winter storm are all over the Triangle.

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Many across central North Carolina got a measurable snowfall, a first since 2022.

RDU officially got less than an inch of snow, along with 0.07" of ice. Areas closer to the Virginia border saw the highest amount of snow around 3 to 4 inches.

Stay tuned to ABC11 Eyewitness News for the latest and check back here for real-time updates and developments on the winter storm front.

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3 hours and 28 minutes ago

NCDOT gives update on winter storm aftermath, cleanup

Road conditions throughout ABC11's viewing area have been impacted by freezing rain and snow.

We talked with officials at the North Carolina Department of Transportation about the storm's aftermath, cleanup and particular trouble spots on roadways.

WATCH | NCDOT talks storm aftermath and cleanup

Road conditions throughout ABC11's viewing area have been impacted by freezing rain and snow.
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11:28 AM GMT

SUV slams into pole, taking out power lines in Raleigh

Precipitation has ended for most areas Saturday morning, but roads may still be slick across central North Carolina.

An SUV slammed into a utility pole Saturday morning and took out some power lines in Raleigh.

It happened at White Oak Road and Webb Street. This is behind the Carolina Country Club.

ABC11 is told the car is severely damaged, but the driver is expected to be okay.

The road was blocked overnight, and crews are working to repair the damaged pole.

Precipitation has ended for most areas Saturday morning, but roads may still be slick across central North Carolina.
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4:35 AM GMT

Numerous vehicles involved in wreck on I-87 South near Wendell

The icy conditions led to hazardous road conditions and a wreck involving numerous cars on I-87 South toward Raleigh near Wendell on Friday night.

The entire route was hard to see and lanes were slick, creating dangerous scenarios for drivers.

The icy conditions led to hazardous road conditions and a wreck involving numerous cars on I-87 South toward Raleigh near Wendell on Friday night.

ABC11 spoke to one driver involved in that crash.

Crystal Avila, of Zebulon, was headed to Raleigh She said she saw a car in front of her slide and before she knew it, she lost control of her minivan and couldn't brake

Avila was shaken but not hurt She had advice for viewers that she wishes she had heeded - stay home, don't drive.

ABC11 has reached out to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol for more information on the crash and is waiting to hear back

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5:48 AM GMT

Viewer photos: Dogs in the snow

We may not get a good snow every winter, but when we do in these parts, you can be sure there will be dogs frolicking -- or frowning -- in the snowflakes.

Here are a few examples submitted by viewers across the area.

Dexter enjoys his first snow out in Holly Springs! Courtesy of Brad D'Amore
Dexter enjoys his first snow out in Holly Springs! Courtesy of Brad D'Amore
Luna enjoys (we think) her first snow in Rolesville! Courtesy of Ileana S.
Luna enjoys (we think) her first snow in Rolesville! Courtesy of Ileana S.
Sophie and Sadie walk in their first snow sporting their new safety jackets in Chatham County! Courtesy of Rose Syroid
Sophie and Sadie walk in their first snow sporting their new safety jackets in Chatham County! Courtesy of Rose Syroid