Lake Effect Snow Warning

Locations Affected

Florence, NY ∙ Remsen, NY ∙ Annsville, NY ∙ Western, NY ∙ Westdale, NY ∙ Alder Creek, NY ∙ Camden, NY ∙ Forestport, NY ∙ Lee, NY ∙ Steuben, NY

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Binghamton NY 405 PM EST Tue Jan 16 2024 ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM EST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches, except locally around 1 foot in the far northwestern portion of the county. * WHERE...Northern Oneida county. * WHEN...Until 5 AM Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A heavy lake effect snow band extends east from Lake Ontario that will shift south into the area by 6 PM then continuing into the overnight. The highest snowfall totals will be across northwestern portions of the county in or around the Camden and Florence area. Snowfall rates up to 2 inches per hour are possible within the lake effect snow band tonight. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

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