NWS Has Now Issued a Winter Storm Warning For Cortland County – Heavy Snow and High Winds Likely

The National Weather Service in Binghamton (NWS) has now issued a Winter Storm Warning beginning at 1pm today, Wednesday through 4am Friday for a portion of the Central New York Region, including Cortland County.

The NWS says heavy snow is possible with accumulations ranging from 5 to 8 inches of snow. Wind gusts could reach as high as 44mph for Cortland. Snow showers will become steadier into the overnight hours and are most likely to impact commuters this evening and Thursday morning.

“Embedded snow squalls may reduce visibility to near zero at times Thursday morning. Winds will become increasingly gusty Thursday.” The NWS said in an alert.

The NWS added if you must travel, to keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in the event of an emergency.