Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 1 at 3:28AM EST until January 4 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 1, 2025 - 12:28am
Expires:
January 1, 2025 - 1:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations between
3 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Southern Fulton County.
* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 4 PM EST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning
commutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow bands will likely oscillate
between the Mohawk Valley and Adirondacks during this
long-duration event, bringing periods of moderate to heavy snow
and gusty winds resulting in blowing and drifting snow. Snowfall
rates of up to 1 inch per hour expected.
Instruction:
During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally
heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can
also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather,
visibility, and road conditions.
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
Area Description:
Southern Fulton
Forcast Office:
NWS Albany NY