Syracuse, N.Y. – Heavy snow is expanding across central New York and central Pennsylvania tonight as the same powerful coastal storm intensifies to the east, bringing widespread winter storm warnings and dangerous travel conditions inland. While blizzard conditions remain closer to the Atlantic coastline, steady accumulating snow will impact communities from Syracuse to State College through Monday.
According to NOAA and the National Weather Service, winter storm warnings cover much of central New York, including Onondaga and Broome counties, and extend south into central Pennsylvania, including Centre and Lycoming counties. Snow will continue overnight and into Monday, reducing visibility and creating snow-covered roads across Binghamton, Williamsport and surrounding towns. The system remains part of a larger, high-impact coastal storm, but inland areas will still see significant disruption.
The snow falling across the region will be dense at times, increasing its weight and the physical strain of clearing it. Health officials urge residents to take frequent breaks, avoid lifting heavy shovelfuls and push snow whenever possible. Overexertion during snow removal can place sudden stress on the heart, especially for older adults and those with underlying health conditions. Even where snowfall is less intense than along the coast, the risk of injury during cleanup remains high. Heavy accumulation may also weigh down tree limbs and utility lines, leading to isolated power outages from Elmira to Ithaca.
Travel is strongly discouraged except for emergencies. PennDOT and the New York State Department of Transportation warn that Interstate 80, Interstate 81 and secondary roads may become slick and snow-packed during peak snowfall Monday. If stranded, drivers should remain inside their vehicle with a winter emergency kit.
Snow will taper late Monday into Tuesday, though icy conditions may linger. Additional advisories could follow as the storm pulls farther northeast.
