The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a winter storm watch for parts of upstate New York, effective from Wednesday afternoon through Friday afternoon.
Winter storm watch issued for parts of New York
Areas Affected: Erie, Genesee, Wyoming, Chautauqua, and Cattaraugus counties, including cities like Buffalo, Batavia, Jamestown, and Olean.
How much snow will New York get?
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Heavy Lake Effect Snow: Over one foot of snow is possible in the most persistent lake effect bands.
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Strong Winds: Gusts up to 35 mph could cause blowing and drifting snow, further reducing visibility.
Travel during winter storm in NY
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Driving conditions may become hazardous with deep snow on roads and sudden drops in visibility.
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Driving conditions can change rapidly in lake effect snow zones.
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Be prepared for sudden variations in road conditions and visibility.
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Limit unnecessary travel during the storm’s peak intensity.
Snow forecast map: See snowfall projections by day
The map below shows the probability that an area could receive more than 4 inches of snow in the U.S. See New York projections. Use the slider at the top left to toggle by day.
Weather warnings and watches around New York and the U.S.
National Weather Service radar: Track the storm
This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Winter storm watch issued for parts of NY. How much snow to expect