On Thursday at 2:41 a.m. a winter weather advisory was issued by the National Weather Service valid from 10 p.m. until Saturday 1 a.m. for Oswego County.
The weather service adds, "TOTAL snow accumulations 6 to 12 inches will be possible through the three periods."
"Travel will be difficult at times. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday morning and evening commutes," describes the weather service. "Periods of snow will result in snow covered roads and limited visibilities. Slow down and use caution while driving."
Mastering winter roads: Guidance from the weather service for safe winter travel
Winter's icy grip often turns roads treacherous, leading to over 6,000 weather-related vehicle fatalities and more than 480,000 injuries each year. When you find yourself on snowy or freezing rain-slicked roads, your top priority should be safety. Slow down and exercise caution. In temperatures near freezing, it's prudent to assume icy patches on the road and adjust your driving accordingly.
Be on alert for ice accumulating on power lines and tree branches, as they may break and fall. If possible, avoid driving in these conditions altogether. But if you must venture out, choose routes with fewer trees and power lines, and never touch a downed power line. If you encounter one, dial 911 immediately.
Additional Winter Driving Tips:
- Share your travel plans with family or friends
- Prepare your vehicle with essential winter supplies
- Stay calm when stranded and make your vehicle more visible
- Be aware of snow plows and give them room to pass
- Check road conditions before traveling
Stay safe on wintry roads with these valuable winter driving tips from the weather service, and reduce the risk of accidents during challenging weather conditions.
Advance Local Weather Alerts is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to compile the latest data from the National Weather Service.
