Ancramdale, NY Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...Bands of Heavy Snow This Evening...

Bands of heavy snow will continue to move across much of the Mid
Hundson Valley this evening, reducing visibility to less than a
quarter of a mile at times with snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches
per hour.

Be prepared for difficult travel due to the high snowfall rates,
low visibilities, and snow covered roads. Travel is not
recommended this evening. If travel is necessary, slow down and
allow extra time to reach your destination.

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 8
inches.

* WHERE...Portions of western Massachusetts and east central and
eastern New York.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses will
quickly become slick and hazardous. Travel could become difficult.
The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to heavy snow will develop early
this evening and will continue overnight, gradually decreasing in
intensity after midnight. Snowfall rates of one to two inches an
hour will be possible at times through midnight. The snow will
taper off Saturday morning to scattered snow showers and flurries.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

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