Albany, New York – Drivers across parts of eastern and central New York are dealing with hazardous travel as lake-effect snow bands push through the Mohawk Valley and nearby counties, bringing accumulating snow, blowing snow, and reduced visibility. The most significant impacts are expected overnight into the Wednesday morning commute, particularly along major travel corridors.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 7 a.m. Wednesday for Schoharie, Montgomery, Southern Fulton, and Northern Fulton counties. Snowfall totals of 3 to 6 inches are expected, with wind gusts reaching up to 45 mph. Those winds may cause blowing and drifting snow, sharply reducing visibility at times. A lake-effect snow band is expected to lift northward overnight, affecting the New York State Thruway corridor this evening before shifting into Fulton County late tonight.
Hamilton County remains under a Winter Weather Advisory through Thursday morning. There, additional snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches are expected, with a more persistent lake-effect band developing Wednesday. Snowfall rates could approach a half inch per hour at times, especially across higher terrain near Long Lake and Wells.
Motorists are urged to slow down, allow extra stopping distance, and be alert for rapidly changing conditions. Slick roads may linger beyond the advisory period, and additional updates could be issued as lake-effect snow bands shift northward.
