"Snowy Weekend Forecast: Lake Effect Snow and Winter Weather Advisory Across Upstate NY"

Lake effect snow is expected across the North Country today, with snow squalls possible in Central New York tonight. A Lake Effect Snow Warning is in effect for Jefferson County until 1am Monday, and a Winter Weather Advisory is in place for Oswego and Lewis counties. The snow is moving due to a passing weather system, with a cold front expected to push it south through CNY this evening. Snow squalls may cause near whiteout conditions and rapidly deteriorating road conditions. Accumulations are forecasted to be highest in Jefferson County, with lesser amounts in surrounding areas.