NEW YORK – A winter storm began hitting the tri-state region with a mix of rain and snow that could accumulate up to 18 inches by Saturday in parts of the North Country, Mohawk Valley, and Capital Regions with peak snow rates of one at two inches every hour Thursday night through Friday.
That’s why New York Governor Kathy Hochul is sending state resources for emergency response to regions that could be most affected. Travel conditions in the affected regions will be perilous on Thursday afternoon as the heaviest snowfall begins. Power outages are possible in the regions with the heaviest snowfall in the coming days. The Democrat urged New Yorkers to stay home Thursday night and Friday to avoid unnecessary travel while emergency response resources work to clear snow and ice from the transportation system.
“We know how important storm anticipation is, and state agencies are ready to work around the clock this weekend to make sure New Yorkers are safe,” Governor Hochul said. “My team will continue to monitor storm conditions across the state to ensure we are using all resources at our disposal and we are urging everyone in affected regions to avoid unnecessary travel tonight and tomorrow. Work from home if possible, stay away off the streets and make sure you and your loved ones stay alert.
Rafael Pujols brings us the details from New Jersey.
The following resources are ready to respond to the storm:
- Plow wagons: 2,084
- Trailer ploughs: 61
- Magazines: 400
- Snowplow: 42
- Grades: 19
- Salt Flats: The DOT and Thruway Salt Flats are fully stocked for the storm
- Personnel employed: 4,129
- Public service operators: up to 6,500 available to respond
