Sleet, meanwhile, happens whenever snowflakes ... Freezing rain is the most dangerous of the three forms, and happens when snowflakes melt completely and do not refreeze before hitting the ground.

People should stay off the roads and in their homes until the ice storm danger passes, authorities said. Falling trees and downed power lines are among the hazards.

Forecasters urge residents to avoid travel, with dangerous conditions expected and potential power outages. The National Weather Service is predicting a mix of rain, sleet, freezing rain and high ...

A mix of snow and sleet accumulating less than 1 inch is being forecast by the National Weather Service and AccuWeather for Saturday afternoon into the evening. The National Weather Service ...