lake effect snow

The lake-effect snow has prompted several districts to delay the start of school.

Lake-effect snow is barreling toward New York this week. But what makes lake-effect snow different than blizzards?

If you plan on traveling on Wednesday, Governor Kathy Hochul says you need to change your plans immediately.

Hang on to your hat. Gusty wind conditions that could be strong enough to knock out power are on the way in Central New York.

Snow it begins. The first lake-effect snow of the season could bring several inches to Central New York, just in time for the Monday morning commute.

Heavy rainfall is expected by the end of the week in Central New York and it'll be followed by Old Man Winter bringing in a cold front to end the weekend.

It seems like most of the country, even Florida, has gotten snow. But Mother Nature somehow forgot about Central New York, where grass can still be seen. Someone must have reminded her because here it comes. Lake effect snow, sleet, and freezing rain are all expected this weekend.

Mother Nature is feeling a little crazy lately - Central New York has swung from temps in the 60's, back to a Winter Weather Advisory.

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Forecasters at the National Weather Service are predicting lake-effect storms this weekend for areas east of the Great Lakes, with two feet of snow or more possible in some areas.

UPDATE: A Lake Effect Snow Advisory has also been put into effect for Central and Southern Oneida County. The National Weather Service has issued an extended Lake Effect Snow Warning for Northern Central New York. It will begin at midnight on Friday.