WASHINGTON — There was heavy traffic on I-68 near Cumberland, Maryland due to icy road conditions on Friday.
Freezing rain in western Maryland appears to be the reason for the closure of eastbound I-68. It appears that ice may have been a factor in an accident just west of Cumberland.
According to MD State Highway's CHART website, cars and trucks were seen sitting on eastbound I-68. At the time of the closure, freezing rain was reported with temperatures in the upper 20s.
A few showers on Friday morning with some areas experiencing freezing rain north and west of D.C. anticipated issues around the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia areas. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory Friday for areas north and west of D.C. until Friday afternoon.
Moderate to heavy rain is expected to continue on Friday into the evening.
As of 10:30 AM, cars and trucks were seen moving again, but slowly.
