Snow blankets Lehigh Valley as storm causes travel issues

WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. (WPVI) -- Some of the heaviest snow fell in the Lehigh Valley, with some areas seeing nearly 14 inches.

"It's been tough. We've been out since 7 a.m. We're still going. We're gonna take a break, though," said a Whitehall Township resident.

One of the highest snow totals was in Nazareth, where 13.2 inches fell.

State crews and private contractors are trying to keep roads passable and lots clear.

The Action Cam captured snow-stranded vehicles on a highway on-ramp and what appeared to be a driver in trouble in Bethlehem.

In Allentown, Mayor Matt Tuerk monitored operations all day amid the snow emergency. Fifty-two plows are still working to clear 420 miles of streets after more than 10 inches of precipitation fell Sunday.

"We didn't have to tow a ton, but we towed about 47 cars, and we had about 450 use our parking decks to get off the street, so a lot of cars off the streets, which made today's snow operations much easier," said Tuerk.

Snow and sleet slammed the Lehigh Valley all day, making travel difficult on the roads.

"I just recently got in a car crash from slipping on some ice," said Lehigh University student Quentin Joyner.

We were able to slowly navigate some narrow and hilly areas. The highways are in much better shape across the area.

Many left the car parked - which is what's recommended - and set out on foot for necessities.

"No DoorDash, no Grubhub. So I'm doing the errands right now," said Noah Carey of Bethlehem.

"I'm from California, so I've never really had any snow, so this is crazy to me. This is the most snow I've ever seen in my life," said Lehigh University student Austin Iburg.

Both Allentown and Bethlehem remain under snow emergencies. The public is asked to continue to avoid unnecessary travel.