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While Rhode Island Department of Transportation continues to ask drivers to take it easy as snow continues to fall around the state, at 2 p.m., one South County driver saw flurries and wind, but a few peeks of sunlight through breaks in the clouds.

The height of the storm appears to have gone through Narragansett around 11 a.m.

Driving was slippery along Routes 1 and 4, where plowing was scarce, and along Route 95, tire tracks offered the only traction for those without four-wheel drive.

A jacknifed tractor trailer was seen at Exit 11 on 95 North, at the Route 295 split, and speeds along Route 95 were no higher than 45 mph. Route 10 north was clear, though, especially on the far left lane. The further north the driver went towards Providence, the heavier the snow.

The National Weather Service reports the storm should dissipate around 5 p.m. The snow has been falling since mid-morning with rates of over one-inch per hour. Totals have reached over seven inches in Northern Rhode Island, according to RIDOT.

"Our crews have been out in full force since this storm began earlier today, keeping the roadways safe for the motoring public," said RIDOT Director Michael P. Lewis. "Drivers who need to be out on the roads are asked to keep a generous distance behind sanders and snow plows, keep their speeds down, and buckle up."

Commuters and New Year's Eve revelers should allow themselves extra time to check on road and weather conditions and to allow for additional driving time to their destination as conditions may warrant reduced travel speeds.

Check RIDOT traffic cams here.

-- With reports from Rich Lee, projo.com

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