Greasy Snow Causes Hazardous Travel in Northern New York and Vermont
• Heavy, wet 'greasy' snow caused hazardous travel conditions in northern New York and Vermont, leading to multiple accidents.
• The National Weather Service issued a Winter Weather Advisory with snowfall rates up to 2 inches per hour in the Champlain Valley.
• Residents are warned about the risk of overexertion and heart attacks from shoveling heavy snow, and motorists are advised to drive cautiously due to slick roads.
Heavy snow causes accidents in New York, Vermont
On Friday afternoon, northern New York and Vermont experienced a burst of heavy, wet snow, creating hazardous travel conditions and leading to multiple accidents. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Winter Weather Advisory as snowfall rates reached up to 2 inches per hour. The storm brought dense, moisture-laden flakes, described as 'greasy' snow, rapidly coating roads and reducing visibility in the Champlain Valley.
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