Overview
- The National Weather Service issued a lake-effect snow alert at 5:46 p.m. Sunday for Cayuga, Onondaga, Tompkins, Madison and Cortland counties, in effect until 8 p.m.
- Forecasters warn falling road temperatures will let snow stick and create slippery travel, with higher terrain likely to see slick spots first.
- Drivers are urged to use caution this evening and to monitor NOAA Weather Radio for updates and any additional warnings.
- On Saturday, a 2:56 p.m. alert covered scattered thunderstorms until 5 p.m. for Seneca, Cayuga, Onondaga, Madison, Cortland and Chenango counties, including a window for storms in the Greater Syracuse area.
- The NWS followed with a 5:11 p.m. Saturday alert through 7:15 p.m. for parts of the Finger Lakes and Twin Tiers, noting locally heavy rain and frequent lightning through about 7 p.m.