Governor Hochul Urges Caution Ahead of Winter Weather Forecasted to Bring Mixed Precipitation Across the State

Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to exercise caution ahead of a mix of winter weather set to impact areas across the state beginning Wednesday.

Parts of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, Central New York, Mohawk Valley and Capital Region will see a mix of snow, rain and freezing rain beginning Wednesday morning. Though temperatures will remain above freezing, the combination of precipitation could make the Wednesday evening commute hazardous, so drivers should leave themselves extra time between destinations.

The Hudson Valley will see rain Wednesday, with the potential for areas of higher elevation to see some ice. Additionally, snowmelt and rain could cause ice jams and flooding. There is potential for more winter weather to impact the state Friday through Sunday, though forecasts remain uncertain at this time.

“We are almost to spring, but New Yorkers can’t let their guard down just yet when it comes to staying safe in winter weather,” Governor Hochul said. “Ice is dangerous — take it slow when driving and build in extra travel time for yourself between stops. Safety is our number one priority, and I continue to urge everyone to monitor their local forecasts.”

New Yorkers should closely monitor their local forecasts and look for updates issued by the National Weather Service. For a complete listing of weather alerts, visit the National Weather Service website.

New Yorkers should also ensure that government emergency alerts are enabled on their mobile phones. They should also sign up for real-time weather and emergency alerts that will be texted to their phones by texting their county or borough name to 333111.