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December 12, 2025
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Another Lake Effect Snow Event Expected in Finger Lakes Region This Weekend: The Finger Lakes and Central New York region will experience a brief pause in snowfall Friday morning after several days of persistent wintry weather. Forecasters are warning that lake effect snow is expected to resume late Friday night and continue through the weekend, particularly impacting areas east of Lake Ontario and parts of the western Southern Tier. Cold temperatures near 30 degrees and gusty west winds are also anticipated. A Lake Effect Snow Warning is in effect for Oswego County through Sunday afternoon. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 12)
December 10, 2025
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Clipper Brings Snow and Gusty Winds, Lake Effect Expected in Finger Lakes Region: A fast-moving clipper system is bringing snow and gusty winds to the Finger Lakes, Central and Western New York, and the Southern Tier. Precipitation is expected to start as snow, change to a wintry mix at lower elevations, and then shift back to snow as temperatures drop. Lake effect snow bands could continue into Thursday and Friday, following a significant temperature decrease and strengthening winds. Several counties are under ongoing winter storm alerts. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 10)
November 21, 2025
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Distracted Driving Leads to Serious Accident on I-90 in Guilderland: A driver from Jefferson was charged after his distracted driving caused a serious collision on Interstate 90 in Guilderland on November 19. Authorities say the driver struck a disabled vehicle when he was checking his phone, resulting in significant injuries to the other motorist. The incident closed westbound lanes for over an hour, with traffic redirected during cleanup. Police are emphasizing the dangers of distracted driving and the importance of obeying state safe-driving laws. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 21)