New York Snowstorm: Essex County Alert – Snowfall Forecast
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Heavy Snowfall Prompts Travel Alert in Essex County, New York
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Published January 5, 2024, at 02:14 AM EST. Updated as needed.
Overview of the Winter Storm
A snow alert is in effect for Essex County, New York, as a strong lake-effect snowband brings notable snowfall to the region. The alert,issued overnight into Monday,january 1,2024,warns residents of potentially hazardous travel conditions,especially during the morning commute. The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting substantial accumulations.
Snowfall Totals and Affected Areas
Locations directly under the strongest snowband are predicted to receive between 4 and 10 inches of snow by Monday morning, January 2, 2024. Areas including Port Henry and Moriah had already recorded significant accumulation by Sunday afternoon, December 31, 2023.
This event follows a week of intense lake-effect snowfall across upstate New York. According to NWS data, parts of Oswego County and the North Country have already seen over four feet of snow. Fulton County reported over two feet of snow as of Friday evening, December 29, 2023. Snow totals are still being compiled.
| County | Reported Snowfall (as of Dec 29, 2023) |
|---|---|
| Oswego County | > 4 feet |
| North Country | > 4 feet |
| Fulton County | > 2 feet |
| Essex county | 4-10 inches (projected by Jan 2, 2024) |
Meteorological Causes
Meteorologists attribute the prolonged wintry conditions to a powerful bomb cyclone that swept through the Northeast earlier in the week. This was followed by lingering Arctic air and an Alberta clipper system, which continued to generate snow squalls into the New Year.
Forecast and Future Outlook
Forecasters anticipate a gradual warming trend by midweek, but caution that additional wintry precipitation remains a possibility. Residents are advised to stay informed about the latest weather updates from the National Weather service and local news sources.
The NWS provides real-time weather details