NWS: Winter Weather Advisory begins Wednesday evening for Boonville and Oneida County

Published on February 28, 2024

NWS

ONEIDA COUNTY: WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM WEDNESDAY EVENING TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY.

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. Winds may gust as high as 30 mph, resulting in near-blizzard conditions at times.

* WHERE...Northern Oneida, Southern Cayuga, Cortland, Chenango and Otsego counties.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Wednesday evening to 7 PM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow bands will be localized, and will favor Southern Cayuga, northern Cortland, far northern Chenango, and Otsego Counties. Very strong winds Wednesday evening will begin to diminish somewhat as the lake effect snow bands become more organized. Still, there is a risk of localized near- blizzard conditions at times in the heaviest snow bands.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1, or on the web at 511ny.org.

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