As winter approaches, the northeastern United States is bracing for significant snowfall and hazardous conditions. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued multiple alerts for various counties in New York and Pennsylvania, warning residents of snow accumulations, gusty winds, and reduced visibility due to blowing snow.
In Massachusetts and New York, a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 10 AM to 10 PM EST on Friday, with total snow accumulations expected to reach between 2 and 5 inches. Gusty winds up to 45 mph could lead to slippery road conditions, impacting holiday weekend travel. Additionally, snowfall rates may briefly reach an inch per hour, further complicating travel plans.
In Hamilton, Northern Herkimer, and Southern Herkimer Counties in New York, Lake Effect Snow Warnings have been issued, with heavy snowfall predicted between 4 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph could create areas of blowing snow, reducing visibility and making travel difficult. The lake effect snow bands are expected to move across the region, affecting travel from Friday afternoon into Saturday morning.
Further south, in Pennsylvania, a Winter Weather Advisory is in place for Forest, Mercer, and Venango Counties until 7 PM EST on Friday. Snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches are forecasted, with gusty winds potentially causing travel difficulties in the area.
These weather events highlight the importance of preparedness and caution during winter storms. Residents are advised to stay informed about changing weather conditions, avoid unnecessary travel if possible, and take necessary precautions to stay safe in the inclement weather.
As climate change continues to impact weather patterns globally, it is crucial for individuals and communities to adapt to more frequent and severe weather events. Understanding and responding to these changes can help mitigate the risks associated with extreme weather conditions.
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References:
– NWS Albany NY Winter Weather Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.45c5c66219c3fc74a1a0896baf55ada795fa30d9.003.1.cap
– NWS Albany NY Lake Effect Snow Warning (Hamilton and Northern Herkimer Counties): https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.45c5c66219c3fc74a1a0896baf55ada795fa30d9.001.1.cap
– NWS Albany NY Lake Effect Snow Warning (Southern Herkimer County): https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.45c5c66219c3fc74a1a0896baf55ada795fa30d9.002.1.cap
– NWS Albany NY Winter Weather Advisory (Schoharie, Montgomery, and Fulton Counties): https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.45c5c66219c3fc74a1a0896baf55ada795fa30d9.004.1.cap
– NWS Pittsburgh PA Winter Weather Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.21d2ea27dbd6b9405735229da7c57d6ee7891df3.001.1.cap
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