Weather Alert in New York
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 18 at 12:53AM EST until February 19 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
AREAS AFFECTED: Niagara; Orleans; Monroe; Wayne; Northern Cayuga; Genesee
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations of one inch or less. Freezing rain accumulations of a quarter to a half inch. * WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...From 5 AM early this morning to 1 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are possible in some areas due to the ice. The wintry mix and freezing rain may result in very slick conditions on untreated surfaces. The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A wintry mix with more snow than freezing rain is expected across eastern Wayne and Northern Cayuga, resulting in locally reduced ice accumulations.
INSTRUCTION: Periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain will result in slippery roads and limited visibilities. Slow down and use caution while driving. Submit snow and ice reports through our website or social media.
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Weather Topic: What are Stratus Clouds?
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Stratus clouds are similar to altostratus clouds, but form at a
lower altitude and are identified by their fog-like appearance, lacking the
distinguishing features of most clouds.
Stratus clouds are wider than most clouds, and their base has a smooth, uniform
look which is lighter in color than a nimbostratus cloud.
The presence of a stratus cloud indicates the possibility of minor precipitation,
such as drizzle, but heavier precipitation does not typically arrive in the form
of a stratus cloud.
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Weather Topic: What are Altocumulus Clouds?
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Next Topic: Altostratus Clouds
Similar to cirrocumulus clouds, altocumulus clouds are
characterized by cloud patches. They are distinguished by larger cloudlets
than cirrocumulus clouds but are still smaller than stratocumulus clouds.
Altocumulus clouds most commonly form in middle altitudes (between 2 and 5 km)
and may resemble, at times, the shape of a flying saucer.
These uncommon formations, called altocumulus lenticularis, are created by uplift
in the atmosphere and are most often seen in close proximity to mountains.
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