Winter Storm Warning Issued for Eastern Albany, Schenectady, and Western Rensselaer Counties

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Albany has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of Eastern New York. This alert is in response to a powerful nor’easter moving into the region, which is expected to create hazardous travel conditions through the start of the work week.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the following geographic regions:

• Eastern Albany County
• Eastern Schenectady County
• Western Rensselaer County

What You Should Do

Authorities advise that travel could be difficult during this period. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for hazardous conditions that will likely impact both the Monday morning and Monday evening commutes.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations are expected to range between 5 and 10 inches. Locally higher amounts are favored across higher elevations, particularly toward the Helderbergs.
• Wind: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 35 mph, which will lead to areas of blowing snow and reduced visibility.
• Snowfall Rates: Snowfall rates may reach up to 1 inch per hour at times tonight into early Monday morning.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective from 7:00 PM EST Sunday, February 22, through 7:00 PM EST Monday, February 23. The heaviest impacts are expected late Sunday night through Monday morning.