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Adirondacks Snow Alert: Up to 5 Inches by Friday Nov 13
BURLINGTON, VT – Parts of Vermont and northern New York are preparing for accumulating wet snow Thursday, with up to 5 inches possible across higher elevations and potentially hazardous travel conditi
By Nolan Pierce · 2026-11-11T19:42:59.657Z
BURLINGTON, VT – Parts of Vermont and northern New York are preparing for accumulating wet snow Thursday, with up to 5 inches possible across higher elevations and potentially hazardous travel conditions extending into Friday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, a Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect from 10 a.m. Thursday until 10 a.m. Friday for western Essex County in New York and eastern Addison and eastern Rutland counties in Vermont.
Forecasters expect 2 to 5 inches of wet snow , primarily at elevations above 1,200 feet.
Communities within the advisory include Lake Placid and Newcomb in New York, along with Killington, Bristol, Ripton and East Wallingford in Vermont.
Snow Conditions Expected to Worsen Thursday Evening Snow impacts will initially develop across higher elevations Thursday before spreading into more locations as temperatures cool and snow levels drop.
The National Weather Service expects impacts to become more widespread across the advisory areas after 7 p.m. Thursday , increasing concerns for motorists traveling through mountainous terrain.
The Thursday evening commute and Friday morning commute could be particularly challenging as wet snow accumulates on roads.
Drivers should prepare for slippery surfaces, changing road conditions and reduced travel speeds, especially along higher elevation routes.
Heavy, Wet Snow Could Cause Power Outages Beyond travel concerns, forecasters warn that the heavy, wet nature of the snowfall could contribute to a few power outages.
Wet snow can cling to trees and power lines, adding weight that may cause branches to break or electrical equipment to become damaged.
Residents in affected communities should monitor updated forecasts and prepare for possible disruptions Thursday night.
Motorists are encouraged to check current highway conditions before traveling.
Vermont road updates are available at NewEngland511.org , while New York travelers can visit 511NY.org .
The Winter Weather Advisory is scheduled to expire at 10 a.m. Friday, November 13.