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High Wind Warning
Issued: 6:12 PM Dec. 28, 2025 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Jefferson County. * WHEN...From 7 AM Monday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. &&
Storm Warning
Issued: 5:57 PM Dec. 28, 2025 – National Weather Service
...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT EST MONDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...West winds to 50 knots and waves 16 to 21 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From 1 PM Monday to midnight EST Monday night. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous waves will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. &&
Winter Weather Advisory
Issued: 5:56 PM Dec. 28, 2025 – National Weather Service
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 AM EST MONDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM MONDAY TO 7 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, freezing rain expected. Total ice accumulations around three tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph creating blowing and drifting snow along with whiteout conditions at times. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. Greatest snow accumulation expected south of Watertown and Fort Drum. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM EST Monday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 PM Monday to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Slippery conditions are expected this afternoon and tonight. Some tree damage is likely with scattered power outages due to the ice. Whiteout conditions are expected starting Monday afternoon and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions will impact travel through the week. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected oscillate several times downwind of Lake Ontario this week. Forecast snowfall amounts could be much higher where lake bands persist during this long duration event. The strongest winds will be Monday and Monday night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow and ice will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow and ice reports through our website or social media. Periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain will result in slippery roads and limited visibilities. Slow down and use caution while driving. &&
Winter Storm Warning
Issued: 5:56 PM Dec. 28, 2025 – National Weather Service
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 AM EST MONDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM MONDAY TO 7 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, freezing rain expected. Total ice accumulations around three tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph creating blowing and drifting snow along with whiteout conditions at times. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. Greatest snow accumulation expected south of Watertown and Fort Drum. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM EST Monday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 PM Monday to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Slippery conditions are expected this afternoon and tonight. Some tree damage is likely with scattered power outages due to the ice. Whiteout conditions are expected starting Monday afternoon and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions will impact travel through the week. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected oscillate several times downwind of Lake Ontario this week. Forecast snowfall amounts could be much higher where lake bands persist during this long duration event. The strongest winds will be Monday and Monday night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow and ice will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow and ice reports through our website or social media. Periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain will result in slippery roads and limited visibilities. Slow down and use caution while driving. &&
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