Plow crews try to beat freeze

Road crews across the Inland Northwest were hurrying Monday to get roadways cleared before a new blast of arctic cold arrives over the region.

Lows by Tuesday night could reach low single digits with highs struggling to get to the teens on Tuesday and Wednesday. Light northerly winds are possible in the Spokane region, but winds to 15 mph are expected in the Sandpoint area by Wednesday.

A risk of more snow returns Wednesday night and Thursday, followed by a renewed blast of arctic air starting Friday, forecasters said.

Several inches of fresh powder are possible to the south of the Spokane region and in the mountains. Some snow is likely to fall in Spokane, Post Falls and Coeur d’Alene.

Crews have made good progress since Saturday morning when nearly 6 inches of snow lay on the ground.

With moderating temperatures on Sunday and Monday and several hours of sunshine, much of the snow on roads was starting to melt and clear.

But numerous areas were in danger of having the slush and water turn to treacherous ice/ Mike Prager , SR. More here.