Gov. Kathy Hochul urged New Yorkers to exercise caution as a mix of winter weather is set to impact multiple regions across the state beginning Wednesday.<\/p>\n
Parts of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, Central New York, Mohawk Valley and the Capital Region will see a mix of snow, rain and freezing rain starting Wednesday morning. <\/p>\n
Though temperatures will remain above freezing, the combination of precipitation could make the Wednesday evening commute hazardous.<\/p>\n
The Hudson Valley will see rain Wednesday, with the potential for areas of higher elevation to experience some ice. Snowmelt and rain could also cause ice jams and flooding.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are almost to spring, but New Yorkers can\u2019t let their guard down just yet when it comes to staying safe in winter weather,\u201d Hochul said. <\/p>\n
\u201cIce is dangerous \u2014 take it slow when driving and build in extra travel time for yourself between stops. Safety is our number one priority, and I continue to urge everyone to monitor their local forecasts,\u201d the governor added.<\/p>\n
There is potential for additional winter weather to impact the state Friday through Sunday, though forecasts remain uncertain.<\/p>\n