Portland, ME – A powerful winter storm is impacting much of northern New England and northern New York tonight, with heavy snow, dangerous travel, and near-zero visibility expected through early Tuesday morning.
According to the National Weather Service, a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 1 a.m. EST Tuesday, covering large portions of Maine, Vermont, and northern New York, including Cumberland, Oxford, Androscoggin, and York counties in Maine, all of Vermont, and much of northern New York.
Forecasters say total snowfall between 8 and 16 inches is likely across most affected areas, with locally higher amounts up to 18 inches or more possible, especially across southern Vermont’s Green Mountains and parts of western Maine. Snowfall rates could reach 2 to 3 inches per hour this evening and overnight, creating rapidly deteriorating road conditions.
The storm is expected to significantly impact Monday morning and evening commutes, with roads, bridges, and overpasses becoming snow-covered and slick. Periods of heavy snow combined with low visibility may lead to near whiteout conditions at times, particularly overnight into early Monday.
The warning includes major population centers such as Portland, ME; Burlington, VT; Montpelier, VT; Rutland, VT; and communities across the Adirondacks in New York. Officials warn that travel could become very difficult to impossible during peak snowfall.
Residents are urged to delay non-essential travel. Those who must be on the road should carry emergency supplies, including food, water, and a flashlight. Road conditions can be checked at newengland511.org or 511ny.org.
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