Progress, OR Traffic and Road Conditions

Commuters in the eastern U.S., especially along the Interstate 70 and Interstate 75 corridors, can expect wet roads through Friday, November 6th. A cold front is bringing showers and thunderstorms to areas such as Cincinnati, OH, and Lexington, KY. While the impacts should be generally manageable, drivers should be extra cautious today in the Lower Ohio Valley where isolated heavy downpours may occur. In Florida, drivers on roads like Interstate 95 near Miami, FL, should be prepared for continued rainfall that may lead to flash flooding due to saturated grounds from previous rains. The rain is expected to ease off after today, but vigilance is still advised.For those navigating through the Central Rockies, such as in Denver, CO, be ready for increasing snowfall. The mountain peaks will see the most accumulation, which may affect travel on Interstate 70 leading up to the Continental Divide. Snowfall could make roads slick and visibility poor, so plan ahead if you're traveling in this area.By Thursday, November 5th, a new weather system will bring rain to the Central and Southern High Plains. If you're driving in cities like Amarillo, TX, or Wichita, KS, you might encounter wet conditions on major routes such as Interstate 40 and Interstate 35. Take precautions as the rain moves in, reinforcing cooler temperatures and potentially affecting road grip.The Northwest, including areas like Seattle, WA, will experience rain and mountain snow from a weakening Pacific front. While impacts are expected to be moderate, drivers on Interstate 5 should still be prepared for reduced visibility and wet conditions. Mountain passes could see some snow, so caution is advised if traveling through higher elevations.