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weather1 year ago

"Rapid Weather Swings: Record Warmth, Powerful Storms, and High Wind Threats Across NY"

Upstate New York is in for a rollercoaster of weather over the next few days, with potentially record-breaking warmth today and Wednesday followed by a strong cold front bringing damaging winds and a flash freeze. This will be succeeded by a blast of heavy lake effect snow in Central New York. High wind alerts have been issued, with gusts nearing 60 mph, and temperatures are expected to drop rapidly, raising the risk of a flash freeze. Thursday could see up to 8 inches of lake effect snow in some areas, making it potentially the snowiest day of the winter.

weather2 years ago

"New Winter Storm Threatens Northeast with High Winds, Snow, and Flooding"

Upstate New York is bracing for a powerful storm bringing high winds, potential power outages, and heavy rain, with wind gusts of up to 70 mph and 1 to 3 inches of rain expected. High wind alerts are in place for the entire region, with the most severe warnings for Western New York and areas along Lake Ontario. The storm could lead to widespread power outages, tree damage, and flooding, particularly in the Southern Tier and Hudson Valley. Additionally, a second storm is forecasted for the weekend, potentially bringing more flooding rain and heavy lake effect snow.