UPDATE: A severe weather alert has just been issued for parts of New York, warning residents of potential freezing rain that could impact travel safety until 9:15 AM today. The National Weather Service confirmed the alert at 3:33 AM on September 27, 2023, affecting Schenectady, Albany, Rensselaer, Greene, Columbia, Ulster, and Dutchess counties, along with southern Litchfield County in northwest Connecticut.
As temperatures hover near freezing, authorities warn that pockets of freezing rain could create hazardous conditions throughout the greater Capital Region, Taconics, and mid Hudson Valley. Motorists and pedestrians are urged to exercise extreme caution due to the likelihood of icy and slippery surfaces on untreated roads, including less traveled routes, highway on and off ramps, and parking lots.
“Stay alert and prepared for icy conditions if you must travel this morning. The risk of accidents increases significantly with untreated surfaces,”
officials stated.
The impact of this weather alert is immediate, as many commuters and students are beginning their day. Residents are advised to check local updates and consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve.
Stay tuned for further updates as the situation develops. For now, safety remains the top priority as New Yorkers navigate the icy challenges of this morning.
