Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a State of Emergency across New York State ahead of a major winter storm expected this weekend. Meteorologists, including our Kevin Williams, are forecasting up to 18 inches of snow between Sunday and Monday.
“We are used to winter in New York,” Hochul said. “We think we are ready for this, but when you get complacent, that’s when you get into trouble. This is a very dangerous combination of heavy snow and extreme, extreme cold temperatures, and the risks are so intense that I’m declaring a state of emergency throughout the state of New York.”
The emergency declaration will allow local governments to access state resources to respond to the storm. “This will ensure that all of our local partners and agencies have the resources they need to keep New Yorkers safe and get through this weather event,” Hochul added.
Residents are being urged to prepare for potentially hazardous travel conditions and extreme cold.
