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NWS Albany - Localized Ice Jam Flooding Threat Friday into the Weekend - Thu. March 14, 2019 - 515 AM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 14 Mar '19

14 Mar '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, The combination of runoff from snow melt and rainfall will lead to rises on rivers and streams Friday into the weekend. There is the possibility flow could be great enough to cause to ice to move or break up which could lead to localized ice jam flooding. Confidence is not high enough at this time to issue a flood watch. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Light Wintry Mix Tonight & Localized Ice Jam Flooding Threat Late in the Week - Wed. March 13, 2019 - 530 PM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 13 Mar '19

13 Mar '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, *Tonight:* Spotty light snow, sleet and pockets of freezing rain are possible across the southern Adirondacks, Lake George area and southern Vermont. A light glaze of ice is possible across the southern Adirondacks, and the northern reaches of the Lake George Region which could lead to slippery conditions on any untreated surfaces. *Friday into the Weekend:* With milder temperatures and some rainfall expected, river ice may break up and/or move on Friday into the weekend. There will be a localized threat for ice jam flooding on area rivers. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Light Wintry Mix This Evening & Localized Ice Jam Flooding Threat Late in the Week - Wed. March 13, 2019 - 5 AM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 13 Mar '19

13 Mar '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, *This Evening:* Pockets of light snow, sleet and freezing rain are possible across the southern Adirondacks, Lake George area and southern Vermont. A light glaze of ice could lead to slippery conditions on any untreated surfaces. *Friday into the Weekend:* With milder temperatures and some rainfall expected, river ice may break up and or move on Friday into the weekend. There will be a localized threat for ice jam flooding on area rivers. Surface Fronts and Sea-Level Pressures <https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/#page=frt> - Weather Prediction Center If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Light Wintry Mix and High Terrain Strong Winds Today - Sunday March 10, 2019 - 530 AM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 10 Mar '19

10 Mar '19

*** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for eastern New York and western New England. Light snow early this morning will change to sleet and freezing rain after sunrise, before ending as plain rain showers this afternoon. Areas north of I-90 may see a wintry mix linger into the evening hours, especially over the higher terrain. The combination of snow, sleet, and freezing rain will lead to hazardous travel conditions. A Wind Advisory has been issued for the southern Greens, northern/central Taconics, Berkshires, and western Adirondacks. Southeasterly winds will gust to around 50 mph today across the Advisory area. These winds may bring down trees, limbs, and powerlines, leading to isolated power outages. . If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Light Wintry Mix and High Terrain Strong Winds Very Late Tonight into Sunday - Saturday, March 9, 2019 - 420 PM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 09 Mar '19

09 Mar '19

*** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, As a storm system approaches the region, light snow will develop very late tonight through around sunrise Sunday. The precipitation will change to sleet and freezing rain Sunday morning after sunrise, before ending as plain rain showers during the day on Sunday afternoon. Areas north of I-90 may see a wintry mix linger into the evening hours, especially over the higher terrain. The combination of snow, sleet, and freezing rain will lead to hazardous travel conditions. A Winter Weather Advisory has been expanded to all of eastern New York and western New England. In addition, southeasterly winds will gust to around 50 mph Sunday morning into the afternoon over portions of the southern Greens, northern/central Taconics, Berkshires, and western Adirondacks. These winds may bring down trees, limbs, and powerlines, leading to isolated power outages. A Wind Advisory has been issued for these areas. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Light Wintry Mix Expected Saturday Night into Sunday -Saturday, March 9, 2019 - 530 AM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 09 Mar '19

09 Mar '19

*** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, As a storm system approaches the region, light snow will develop tonight after midnight. The precipitation will change to sleet and possibly freezing rain after sunrise Sunday, before ending as plain rain showers during the day on Sunday. The attached graphic package addresses this event. In addition, southeasterly winds will become strong late Saturday night into Sunday morning over portions of the southern Greens, northern Taconics, and northern Berkshires. A Wind Advisory may be needed for the potential of gusts greater than 46 miles per hour. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Light Wintry Mix Expected Saturday Night into Sunday - Friday, March 8, 2019 - 415 PM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 08 Mar '19

08 Mar '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, As a storm system approaches the region, light snow will develop Saturday night after midnight. The precipitation will change to sleet and possibly freezing rain after sunrise Sunday, before ending as plain rain showers during the day on Sunday. Snow and sleet may continue into much of Sunday over the southern Adirondacks, Lake George Saratoga Region and southern Vermont. A light accumulation of snow is expected across the region (see the attached graphic for expected snowfall amounts) and some areas will also see a light glaze of ice. This wintry precipitation will make for hazardous driving and walking conditions late Saturday night into Sunday morning, especially for northern and high terrain areas. A Winter Weather Advisory may be needed for parts of the region. In addition, southeasterly winds will become strong late Saturday night into Sunday morning over portions of the southern Greens, northern Taconics, and northern Berkshires. A Wind Advisory may be needed for the potential of gusts greater than 46 miles per hour. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Light Wintry Weather Expected Saturday Night into Sunday - Friday, March 8, 2019 - 5 AM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 08 Mar '19

08 Mar '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, As a storm system approaches the region, light snow will develop Saturday night after midnight. The precipitation will change to sleet and possibly freezing rain after sunrise Sunday, before ending as plain rain showers during the day on Sunday. A light accumulation of snow is expected across the region (see the attached graphic for expected snowfall amounts) and some areas will also see a light glaze of ice. This wintry precipitation will make for hazardous driving and walking conditions late Saturday night into Sunday morning, especially for northern and high terrain areas. A Winter Weather Advisory may be needed for parts of the region. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Wintry Mix of Precipitation Possible Late Saturday Night Into Sunday Morning - Thursday, March 7, 2019 - 415 PM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 07 Mar '19

07 Mar '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, A wintry mix of precipitation is expected late Saturday night into Sunday morning. Light to moderate snowfall amounts will be possible, along with some areas of freezing rain. Precipitation should change to rain by Sunday afternoon. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Accumulating Snow Likely This Evening into Early Monday Morning - Sunday, March 3, 2019 - 430 PM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 03 Mar '19

03 Mar '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, The Winter Storm Warning has been expended into southern Berkshire County MA. The Winter Weather Advisory has been expanded into southern Vermont and eastern Rensselaer County NY. Accumulating snow will begin over the next few hours across eastern New York and western New England and continue into early Monday morning. This is expected to be a light to moderate snow, with periods of heavy snow where the Winter Storm Warning is in place. The heaviest snow for the Albany Forecast Area is forecast to fall over Litchfield County CT and southern Berkshire County MA. Snowfall rates are expected to be around a half inch per hour at times over east-central New York and southern Vermont, and up to an inch per hour at times over Litchfield and southern Berkshire Counties. Please see the attached briefing for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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