Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 5 at 7:38PM EST by NWS Albany NY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 5, 2026 - 4:38pm
Expires:
March 5, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
Across the upper Hudson Valley including the Lake George and
Saratoga region, temperatures have dropped to or below freezing.
As precipitation overspreads the area, freezing rain and some
sleet was occurring. As temperatures continue to hold steady or
fall slowly, ground surfaces will become icy with hazardous
driving and walking conditions developing.
Motorists and pedestrians should remain vigilant to icy ground
surfaces through this evening as freezing rain occurs. Elevated
roads such as bridges and overpasses, and highway on and off ramps
will be particularly vulnerable to icing, as well as parking lots
and other untreated walkways.
Area Description:
Northern Saratoga; Northern Warren; Northern Washington; Western Schenectady; Eastern Schenectady; Southern Saratoga; Southeast Warren; Southern Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Albany NY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov