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Winter Weather Advisory
Issued: 10:09 AM Jan. 2, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 3 to 5 inches within the heaviest lake effect bands. * WHERE...Southern Herkimer County. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A band of lake effect snow is expected to drop into southern Herkimer County this morning, and may impact the Thruway from late this morning through this evening before lifting back north and weakening tonight. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. &&
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