State of Emergency in Western NY as Lake-Effect Snow Hits

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a State of Emergency for several Western New York counties, including Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genessee, and Wyoming, due to the onset of lake effect snow. The emergency declaration includes a ban on empty and tandem commercial vehicles on certain highways, such as I-90, State Route 219, and I-86, until further notice. The snow is expected to continue throughout the weekend, impacting travel and safety in the region.
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