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By Saturday morning, many were pleased to find that the roads had cleared significantly, transitioning from slippery to dry conditions. Doug McNeal, a maintenance engineer with the Department of Transportation, noted that the crew's early preparations allowed for a swift resolution to road safety concerns. As they focused on ice-covered bridges and secondary roads, crews remained vigilant about potential hazards, particularly the emergence of black ice as the temperatures dropped further.

Power Outages Minimized

While icy conditions often lead to widespread power outages, Duke Energy officials reported that fewer than 100 households were affected by outages on Saturday. This news provided a sigh of relief for many residents who were bracing for the worst.