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Post-Christmas Storm: Rain, Snow, Sleet, Then Big Change In Weather Pattern Post-Christmas Storm: Rain, Snow, Sleet, Then Big Change In Weather Pattern
Post-Christmas Storm: Rain, Snow, Sleet, Then Big Change In Weather Pattern A late-week storm will bring about a big change in the weather pattern after a stretch of cold and sunny days. Thursday, Dec. 27 will be ideal for traveling with sunny skies and a high again around 40 and wind-chill value also again between 25 and 35. The storm system arrives late Thursday night. North of I-287 in New York and the Merritt Parkway in Connecticut, there is a chance of rain, snow and sleet between 10 p.m. and 1 a.m., followed by rain. Areas farther south will see all rain. The arrival of the storm system will bring about a big change in the weather pattern, with muc…

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New Snowfall Projections, Timing For Quick-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Area New Snowfall Projections, Timing For Quick-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Area
New Snowfall Projections, Timing For Quick-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Area New snowfall projections have been released for a quick-moving storm that will sweep through the area Thursday. A total of between a 1 inch to as much as 2 inches of accumulation is now likely north of I-287 and the Merritt Parkway, with higher amounts farther west, the National Weather Service predicted early Thursday morning. There is a low potential for locally 2 to 4 inches of snowfall, the weather service said. Travel conditions could be slippery. The snow chance starts late in the morning Thursday on a cloudy day with a high in the low-30s. The wind-chill factor will make it feel like…

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New Snowfall Projections, Timing For Quick-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Area New Snowfall Projections, Timing For Quick-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Area
New Snowfall Projections, Timing For Quick-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Area New snowfall projections have been released for a quick-moving storm that will sweep through the area Thursday. A total of between a 1 inch to as much as 2 inches of accumulation is now likely north of I-287 and the Merritt Parkway, with higher amounts farther west, the National Weather Service predicted early Thursday morning. (See first image above.) There is a low potential for locally 2 to 4 inches of snowfall, the weather service said. Travel conditions could be slippery. The snow chance starts late in the morning Thursday on a cloudy day with a high in the low-30s.…

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Accumulating Snow Now Likely In Much Of Area As Quick-Moving Storm Sweeps Through Accumulating Snow Now Likely In Much Of Area As Quick-Moving Storm Sweeps Through
Accumulating Snow Now Likely In Much Of Area As Quick-Moving Storm Sweeps Through Click here for an updated story: New Snowfall Projections, Timing For Quick-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Area A quick-moving storm that will sweep through the area Thursday is now expected to bring accumulating snow to much of the area. A total of between a half-inch to as much as 2 inches of accumulation is now likely north of I-287 and the Merritt Parkway, with higher amounts farther west. Travel conditions could be slippery. The snow chance is 60 percent in those areas, according to the National Weather Service, and starts after noon Thursday on a cloudy day with a high in …

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Snow Showers, Freezing Drizzle Possible Before Rainstorm Leads To Warmer Temps Snow Showers, Freezing Drizzle Possible Before Rainstorm Leads To Warmer Temps
Snow Showers, Freezing Drizzle Possible Before Rainstorm Leads To Warmer Temps Click here for an updated story: Accumulating Snow Now Likely In Much Of Area As Quick-Moving Storm Sweeps Through Get set for a rainstorm that will lead to a break in the cold snap, with warmer temperatures on Friday and Saturday. But there could be some wintry precipitation on Thursday before the big change comes. Much of the Northeast will see some snow early Thursday morning with slippery travel, reduced visibility and accumulation of 1-2 inches of snowfall. (See first image above.) Here, there is a chance of snow showers starting Thursday morning and continuing through mid-a…

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Chance Of Snow, Rain In Much Of Area Will Be Followed By Drenching Storm, Big Change In Temps Chance Of Snow, Rain In Much Of Area Will Be Followed By Drenching Storm, Big Change In Temps
Chance Of Snow, Rain In Much Of Area Will Be Followed By Drenching Storm, Big Change In Temps There is a chance of a mix of snow and rain for much of the area during the day and evening Friday before the arrival of a weekend storm system that could bring up to an inch-and-a-half of rain followed by a dramatic change in temperatures on Sunday. There is a slight chance of rain between late Friday morning and early Friday afternoon as the high temperature reaches the upper-30s. Areas north of I-287 and the Merritt Parkway will then see a chance of rain and snow until around 10 p.m. Little or no accumulation is expected. In Southern Westchester, Rockland and Fairfield counties, there i…

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Dangerous Wind Chills: Thanksgiving Could Be Coldest In 147 Years Dangerous Wind Chills: Thanksgiving Could Be Coldest In 147 Years
Dangerous Wind Chills: Thanksgiving Could Be Coldest In 147 Years Get set for the coldest Thanksgiving in memory with potentially record-low temperatures carrying over into Black Friday. The cold air is already in place on Thanksgiving Eve Day, which will be partly sunny. Wednesday's high temperature will be around 40 degrees, but with winds between 5-15 mph and gusts up to 30 mph, it will feel like it's in the upper 20s during the day and between 5 and 15 degrees overnight as the low temperature plummets to 15 degrees. There is a slight chance of snow showers Thanksgiving Eve starting late in the afternoon until around 8 p.m. If you're heading to the&n…

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Alberta Clipper System Will Sweep Through Area Before Busy Thanksgiving Eve Travel Day Alberta Clipper System Will Sweep Through Area Before Busy Thanksgiving Eve Travel Day
Alberta Clipper System Will Sweep Through Area Before Busy Thanksgiving Eve Travel Day An Alberta Clipper will sweep through the area overnight Monday into Tuesday, bringing snowfall far north and rain elsewhere before temperatures drop dramatically on Thanksgiving Day. Precipitation will arrive sometime after 10 p.m. Monday. Areas south of I-84 will see all rain, with the chance of rain continuing through around noontime Tuesday. Immediately north of I-84, about a half-inch to an inch of snowfall is possible. The Albany area and northwest Massachusetts could see 3 to 6 inches of accumulation. (See image above.) Tuesday's high temperature will rise to the 40-degree mark.&nb…

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Numerous Crashes, Stuck Vehicles Reported Throughout Area Numerous Crashes, Stuck Vehicles Reported Throughout Area
Numerous Crashes, Stuck Vehicles Reported Throughout Area This story has been updated with new incidents. A wintry mix of snow and sleet has overspread the area, marking the arrival of a rare pre-Thanksgiving winter storm, and numerous crashes had already been reported as of 4:30 p.m. Thursday. Throughout the evening, vehicles have been reported stuck on numerous roadways with local police agencies warning motorists of the hazardous conditions. Many side streets quickly became impassable. Here's a rundown of incidents reported starting late afternoon through the evening commute. Westchester County Eastbound I-287 in Westchester, crash blocking…

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Projected Accumulations For Nor'easter Increase Again; Gusty Winds Could Cause Power Outages Projected Accumulations For Nor'easter Increase Again; Gusty Winds Could Cause Power Outages
Projected Accumulations For Nor'easter Increase Again; Gusty Winds Could Cause Power Outages This story has been updated. A wintry mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain combined with wind gusts up to 35 miles per hour could cause power outages during the height of the Nor'easter, which is projected to result in higher accumulations than earlier predictions. A Winter Storm Warning is now in effect for the entire region until 10 p.m. Thursday. Snow/sleet accumulations of  2 to 5 inches are now expected south of I-287 and the Merritt Parkway and 3 to 6 inches inland. Western areas north of I-84, including Dutchess, now could see between 8 and 12 inches of snowfall. There is stil…

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Storm Watch: Here's The Latest As Nor'easter Takes Aim, Schools Announce Early Dismissals Storm Watch: Here's The Latest As Nor'easter Takes Aim, Schools Announce Early Dismissals
Storm Watch: Here's The Latest As Nor'easter Takes Aim, Schools Announce Early Dismissals Click here for an updated story: Projected Accumulations For Nor'easter Increase Again; Gusty Winds Could Cause Power Outages A Nor'easter roaring into the area Thursday afternoon will bring a mix of rain, sleet and the first accumulating snowfall of the season in a rare pre-Thanksgiving winter storm. School districts throughout the area have been announcing early dismissals during the early morning hours Thursday.  Southern parts of Westchester, Rockland and Fairfield should see 1 to 2 inches of snow and sleet accumulation until the changeover to rain overnight into Friday.&…

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Projected Snowfall Totals Increase As Nor'easter Roars Into Area From The South Projected Snowfall Totals Increase As Nor'easter Roars Into Area From The South
Projected Snowfall Totals Increase As Nor'easter Roars Into Area From The South Click here for an updated story: Storm Watch - Here's Latest As Nor'easter Takes Aim On Area, Schools Announce Early Dismissals  A Nor'easter sweeping its way from the south will barrel through Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia before roaring into the area Thursday afternoon as new snowfall projections for the storm show a slight increase in accumulation. Southern parts of Westchester, Rockland and Fairfield should see 1 to 2 inches of snow and sleet accumulation until the changeover to rain overnight into Friday. North of I-287 and the Merritt Parkway, look for 2 to 4 inches of …

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