URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service…

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Binghamton NY

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 7 AM EST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 14 inches within the most intense snow bands. Lesser amounts outside the strongest band of snow.

* WHERE...Northern Oneida County.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 7 AM EST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.

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.

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.