NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office announced Wednesday that she is asking New Yorkers to exercise caution ahead of the snow expected to hit the state.
A winter storm watch is in effect Friday afternoon through Saturday, according to the National Weather Service.
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While there won’t be a white Christmas in New York City, people returning or traveling on Friday may want to adjust their plans.
New York City, New Jersey and Connecticut are expected to receive 4 to 8 inches of snow. The National Weather Service wrote in a probabilistic weather forecast that road conditions are expected to be slippery and even hazardous, affecting traffic.
“New York is no stranger to snow and cold weather, and with the Christmas holiday in mind, it’s important to be extra prepared before hitting the roads,” said Governor Hochul. “As always, I urge New Yorkers to monitor local weather forecasts and send their county or borough name to our weather and emergency alert systems. Stay alert, drive slowly if you need to travel, and have a safe holiday weekend.”
We encourage those with travel commitments to follow these safety tips.
Driving Safety Tips
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Monitor weather forecasts for areas you may be traveling to
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Make sure you have survival gear in your vehicle, such as a blanket, shovel, flashlight and extra batteries, extra warm clothing, a set of tire chains, battery booster cables, quick energy food, and a brightly colored cloth to use as a distress flag
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Keep your phone battery charged and take it with you when you travel
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Matthew Euzarraga is a multimedia journalist from El Paso, Texas. Since 2021, he has been covering local news and LGBTQIA topics in the New York City metropolitan area. He joined the PIX11 Digital team in 2023. You can view more of his work here.
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