Winter Storm Watch: Artic air arrives Friday night, major snowstorm expected overnight Saturday night
From Governor Kathy Hochul and the National Weather Service
New Yorkers are used to winter weather, but we shouldn’t take this weekend’s forecast lightly.
I’m declaring a State of Emergency to make sure local leaders have the tools to keep their communities safe.
NWS Winter Storm Watch
Source: U.S. National Weather Service
Start 1:00 AM Sunday, January 25
End 7:00 PM Monday, January 26
…WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH MONDAY EVENING… * WHAT…Heavy snow with significant accumulations likely. * WHERE…Niagara, Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN…From late Saturday night through Monday evening. * IMPACTS…Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may become difficult, so plan accordingly.
Our agencies are ready to keep New Yorkers safe:
• New York State Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services coordinating with counties
• New York State Department of Transportation and NYS Thruway Authority treating roads
• Metropolitan Transportation Authority – MTA working to minimize disruptions
• 5,500+ utility workers on standby
• Human services agencies protecting our most vulnerable
Please don’t put yourself at risk this weekend. Take steps to prepare now:
• Monitor local forecasts
• Stock up on essentials like food and medication
• Make sure your car has gas
• Plan to stay home once the weather hits
New Yorkers are tough. We’ll get through whatever Mother Nature brings our way this weekend.
Be smart, use caution, and look out for one another.
