NY weather: Be prepared for heavy snow in Rensselaer County Wednesday afternoon

The National Weather Service issued a weather alert for Rensselaer County at 2:39 p.m. on Wednesday, warning of heavy snow through 3:30 p.m.

“At 2:38 p.m., a band of heavy snow was over New Ashford, or 8 miles southwest of North Adams moving east at 55 MPH,” according to the weather service.

In the following areas, expect significant snowfall:

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  North Adams, and Williamstown around 2:45 p.m.
  
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  Florida around 2:50 p.m.
  

In cold weather conditions, things might quickly get worse. Be ready for roads covered with ice or snow. Reduce your speed and give yourself more time to get there.

“In winter weather conditions, conditions can rapidly deteriorate,” the weather service continues. Be ready for roads covered with ice or snow. Reduce your speed and give yourself more time to get there. If you have to drive through or into this area of deep snow, proceed with additional caution. Accidents may result from abrupt changes in visibility and perhaps slick roads.

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