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New York, Southern Vermont Snow Alert Thursday: Up to 5 Inches Expected Nov 12
ALBANY, NY – A new winter weather advisory is raising concerns across portions of eastern New York and southern Vermont, where up to 5 inches of heavy, wet snow could create slippery roads and isolate
By Mara Ellison · 2026-11-11T19:44:55.316Z
ALBANY, NY – A new winter weather advisory is raising concerns across portions of eastern New York and southern Vermont, where up to 5 inches of heavy, wet snow could create slippery roads and isolated power outages beginning Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, a Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect from 10 a.m. Thursday, November 12, until 10 a.m. Friday, November 13 , targeting elevations at or above 1,500 feet.
The advisory covers higher elevations of Hamilton and northern Warren counties in New York, along with Bennington and western Windham counties in Vermont.
Forecasters expect 2 to 5 inches of accumulating wet snow , with the greatest concerns focused on mountainous communities and elevated roadways.
Affected areas include North Creek, Long Lake, Warrensburg and Bolton Landing in New York, along with Stratton, Londonderry, Bennington and surrounding higher terrain in Vermont.
Thursday Evening and Friday Morning Travel at Risk The National Weather Service warns that accumulating snow could produce slippery roads during two important travel periods.
Thursday evening commuters and Friday morning drivers could encounter hazardous conditions, particularly when traveling through higher elevations of the Adirondacks and southern Green Mountains.
Drivers should reduce speeds, increase following distances and allow additional travel time.
Snow covered roads, driveways, sidewalks and outdoor stairs could also become slippery, increasing the risk of falls.
Heavy, Wet Snow Raises Power Outage Concerns Forecasters are also monitoring the potential for isolated power outages as heavy, moisture laden snow accumulates.
Wet snow can weigh down tree branches and power lines, creating localized disruptions in affected communities.
Residents in higher elevation areas should prepare for possible interruptions to electricity and monitor updated weather information as the system approaches.
Travelers can obtain current road conditions by calling 511 .
The advisory is scheduled to expire at 10 a.m. Friday, although residents should continue monitoring forecasts for changes.