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High Wind Warning issued February 17 at 3:41AM EST until February 17 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.* WHERE...Portions of western Massachusetts, east central andeastern New York, and southern Vermont.* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening.* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,especially for high profile vehicles.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds along with the weight of snowand ice on trees will lead to an increased risk of downed treesand power lines, resulting in power outages.Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, andavoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use cautionif you must drive.

National Weather Service

Lake Effect Snow Warning issued February 17 at 3:20AM EST until February 19 at 6:00AM EST by NWS Albany NY* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow. Total snow accumulations between 8and 16 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.* WHERE...Montgomery, Northern Herkimer, Southern Fulton, andSouthern Herkimer Counties.* WHEN...Until 6 AM EST Wednesday.* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. Areas of blowing snow couldsignificantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions couldimpact the morning and evening commutes today. Strong winds maycause tree damage.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds along with the weight of snowand ice on trees could result in some downed tree branches leadingto power outages. Heavy lake effect snow will continue throughTuesday with the potential for near blizzard conditions at times.The strongest winds and greatest snowfall will occur in southernHerkimer County.During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locallyheavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities canalso vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather,visibility, and road conditions.If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water inyour vehicle in case of an emergency.

National Weather Service