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Extreme Cold Warning
Issued: 6:09 PM Jan. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST SATURDAY NORTH COUNTRY... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero expected North Country. * WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero will cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 15 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... This is a potentially dangerous situation to be outdoors. If you must be outside, be sure to cover all exposed skin. Frostbite can occur in 15 minutes or less with apparent temperatures of 25 below zero or colder. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-ground pipes to protect them from freezing. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. &&
Winter Storm Warning
Issued: 5:57 PM Jan. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...For the first Winter Storm Warning, heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 5 to 10 inches in the most persistent bands. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow. For the second Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches, with up to two feet on the Tug Hill. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. * WHEN...For the first Winter Storm Warning, until 7 PM EST this evening. For the second Winter Storm Warning, from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday and Tuesday commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected to develop behind the widespread snowfall Monday night. It could linger into mid-week. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. &&
Winter Storm Warning
Issued: 5:57 PM Jan. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...For the first Winter Storm Warning, heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 5 to 10 inches in the most persistent bands. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow. For the second Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches, with up to two feet on the Tug Hill. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. * WHEN...For the first Winter Storm Warning, until 7 PM EST this evening. For the second Winter Storm Warning, from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday and Tuesday commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected to develop behind the widespread snowfall Monday night. It could linger into mid-week. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. &&
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