Nor’easter to Blast Westchester County, Putnam With Heavy Snow. Here’s What to Expect.
A winter storm warning is officially in effect for Westchester and Putnam counties through Tuesday morning, with a nor’easter expected to blast the region with up to 24 inches of snow.
The major snow storm will bring near blizzard-like conditions, according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, with snow developing Sunday night and intensifying Monday morning into the night.
About 5 to 7 inches of snow was expected to have accumulated overnight Sunday into Monday morning, according to NWS.
Snow will fall at 2 to 4 inches per hour during the daytime on Monday totaling up to 13 inches but will begin to taper off late evening into Tuesday morning, forecasters state. Temperatures will remain in the upper 20s to lower 30s, with the wind chill values between 10 and 15, according to the NWS.
There could be some freezing rain Monday evening, with another 1 to 3 inches of snow possible. However, there should be little to no ice accumulation, forecasters say. Light snow is likely Tuesday morning.
Forecasters predict much of the region will see anywhere between 16 to 24 inches of snow.
With the storm resulting in hazardous, near impossible travel and limited visibility, local officials are urging folks to stay off the roads until they are cleared. The storm is also expected to cause 20 to 30 mph winds with gusts nearing 45 mph in Westchester and Putnam counties, according to the NWS.
Winds will cause scattered to numerous downed tree limbs and power lines. Power outages are also expected, with peak winds spanning between 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday.
As of 2:30 p.m., four Con Edison customers in Westchester County are without power. NYSEG is reporting eight outages in Putnam County.
Those who are scheduled to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at the Westchester County Center on Monday and Tuesday will receive a text message or e-mail with new times or days to reschedule this week. All appointments have been canceled due to the storm.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer has issued a State of Emergency. Several areas in Westchester and Putnam counties have also issued emergency declarations due to the storm, with parking rules and changes to garbage pick-up.
Be sure to check for updates on your town, city or village website or Facebook page.
Area school district have also announced snow days for Monday. CLICK HERE for the list.
Bee-Line buses and Paratransit service will be suspended Monday at 10 a.m. For service alerts and bus schedule visits, click here.
Metro-North will suspend service around 3 p.m., with trains expected to reach final destinations around 5 p.m.
Residents should prepare to have spare fuel for snow blowers and generators and to fill up car gas tanks. Vulnerable neighbors and family members should also be checked.
If homeowners lose power, they should call the local utility company to inform them of the outage. Con Edison’s 24-hour hotline is 1-800-75-CONED (752-6633) and NYSEG’s hotline service is 1-800-572-1131. For Putnam residents, Central Hudson Gas & Electric can be contacted at 845-452-2700.
