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Governor Kathy <\/span>Hochul<\/span> today provided an update on winter weather conditions across the State and detailed preparations by state agencies to respond to snow, ice and wind conditions. A multi-faceted winter storm is underway across the State and will persist through this evening. A widespread 1 to 3\u201d of snow has fallen across the State, with higher localized amounts of 4 to 5\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

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This morning, snow transitioned to a wintry mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain. Tonight, temperature drops accompanied by flash freezing and strong winds gusting up to 65 MPH could increase the potential for power outages. Continued lake effect snow in parts of the State could produce blizzard-like conditions. Precipitation and falling temperatures could combine to produce black ice and hazardous driving conditions. People should monitor local forecasts and take precautions when traveling.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cAs snow, ice and gusty winds sweep across much of our state, our state workers are deployed and actively working to keep New Yorkers safe,\u201d <\/span>Governor <\/span>Hochul<\/span> said.<\/span> \u201cMy Administration is in close contact with our local government partners as we coordinate our efforts, and I issued an executive order to facilitate emergency road salt deliveries ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to keep our roads safe for drivers. I encourage all New Yorkers to continue monitoring their local forecasts and use extreme caution when traveling.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Isolated thunderstorms and locally heavy rainfall up to 1.5\u201d is possible in New York City, Long Island and the southern Mid-Hudson Region. Due to forecasted high wind conditions, MTA Bridges and Tunnels will implement a ban on empty tractor-trailers and tandem (piggyback, dual, triple, etc.) trucks starting 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16. Based on the current forecast and the overall timing of this weather event, it is anticipated this ban will be in place until 6:00 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Strong gusty winds of 40-65 MPH are expected tonight through Monday statewide. A High Wind Warning is in effect for portions of Central New York, the Southern Tier, Capital District and Mid-Hudson Valley. A Wind Advisory is in effect for Western New York, the Finger Lakes, New York City, Long Island and portions of the North Country, Southern Tier and Capital regions. A High Wind Watch remains in effect for upper portions of the North County tonight through Monday, with areas of blowing and drifting snow likely.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Lake Effect Snow Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories for heavy lake effect snow are now in effect for portions of the Mohawk Valley, North Country and Central New York from this evening through late Tuesday night. Blizzard-like conditions are expected, especially tonight through Monday due to moderate to heavy snowfall rates and strong winds. Total accumulations range from 7 to 24 inches with the greatest accumulations anticipated in areas closely adjacent to Lake Ontario. Much colder weather will return early this week, with wind chills near -20\u00b0F possible locally Monday night and early Tuesday morning.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Governor has an Executive Order in place declaring a State of Emergency, allowing the State to coordinate and share resources with local governments affected by these storms. This includes the State Department of Transportation, which will provide assistance to municipalities impacted by the State of Emergency in excess of existing shared service agreements. The order also waives \u201chours of service\u201d requirements for truck drivers to facilitate emergency salt deliveries ahead of these storms and includes other measures to facilitate emergency salt deliveries to State and local agencies across the State.<\/span><\/p>\n

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For a complete listing of weather alerts, visit the <\/span>National Weather Service website<\/span><\/a>. New Yorkers are also encouraged to sign up for emergency alerts by subscribing to <\/span>NY Alert <\/span><\/a>\u2014 a free service providing critical emergency information to your cell phone or computer.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Agency Preparations<\/span><\/p>\n

New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services<\/span>
\n<\/span>The<\/span> Division\u2019s Office of Emergency Management is in contact with their local counterparts and is prepared to facilitate requests for assistance. State stockpiles are <\/span>staffed and ready to deploy emergency response assets and supplies as needed. The State Watch Center is monitoring the storm track and statewide impacts closely.<\/span><\/p>\n

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New York State Department of Transportation<\/span>
\n<\/span>The State Department of Transportation is responding with 3,735 supervisors and operators available statewide. All field staff are fully engaged. All available response equipment is deployed and all residencies in impacted locations will remain staffed for <\/span>24\/7<\/span> operations with operators, supervisors and mechanics throughout the duration of the event and priority cleanup operations.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Statewide equipment numbers are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n

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