Burrillville blanketed overnight, more snow to come

BURRILLVILLE, R.I. (WLNE) — Snow blanketed the town of Burrillville at the start of the first major winter storm to hit Southern New England this year.

ABC 6 News measured higher than 4 inches on East Avenue in Harrisville on Sunday morning.

Waterfall Café announced on social media that it will be closed due to the weather. The restaurant and bar, which is usually closed Mondays and Tuesdays, will serve customers again starting Wednesday.

The first snowfall of the weekend storm came late Saturday, creating slick conditions on the roads.

The second round is expected late Sunday morning into the afternoon. The temperatures are expected to drop, creating a flash freeze.

Snow blankets the Harrisville section of Burrillville, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024. (WLNE)

Rhode Island officials advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel during the snow. Those who need to head out on Sunday should completely clean their vehicles for full visibility.

Drivers were further advised to drive slow during the wet wintry mix, and especially after the flash freeze.