Winter Weather Advisory 01/02/2025 01:46 for New York areas

Headline: 
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 2 at 4:46AM EST until January 3 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Binghamton NY
Event: 
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 2, 2025 - 1:46am
Expires: 
January 2, 2025 - 10:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Otsego County. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The higher snow totals are expected across the northern portion of the county.
Instruction: 
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. 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.
Area Description: 
Otsego
Forcast Office: 
NWS Binghamton NY