Arctic Air Brings Dangerously Cold Temperatures and Potential Weekend Storm

Dangerous Cold Pattern

• 🥶 Arctic air is gripping the Tri-State Area, bringing dangerously cold temperatures and requiring extra planning and preparation.
• ⚠️ Wind chills are expected to be below zero first thing tomorrow morning, with Friday morning predicted to be the coldest stretch since 2018.
• 🧊 Frostbite can set in rapidly, emphasizing the need for layers and winter gear to stay warm.

Clipper System and Snow

• ❄️ A clipper system is moving east, bringing light flurries to areas like Sullivan, Port Jervis, and Milford.
• 📈 There is potential for accumulating snow in parts of the Hudson Valley and Connecticut, though it's less likely to reach south and east of New York City.
• 🚗 Any snow accumulation could contribute to slick conditions during the evening commute and overnight.

Weekend Storm Watch

• 🌊 Forecasters are monitoring a potential storm system developing off the coast for Sunday.
• ❓ The exact track and intensity of this storm are still being determined, with questions about how close it will get to the region.
• 🛰️ Updates will be provided as new data becomes available, with the team offering another update starting at 5.

Current Conditions

• 🌡️ Temperatures are in the 20s and teens in many areas, with some reporting snow.
• 🌬️ The cold pattern is expected to persist, with cold weather advisories likely to be extended for the next several mornings.