NY weather: Weather alert issued for heavy snow in Suffolk County Sunday night

The National Weather Service issued a weather alert for Suffolk County at 7:32 p.m. on Sunday, warning of heavy snow through 9:30 p.m.

Before 9:30 p.m. today evening, moderate to severe snowfall is anticipated. This snow will build up in temperatures below freezing. The rate of snowfall will be close to one inch per hour. Local visibility will occasionally be lowered to around half to a quarter of a mile. Surfaces that are not treated will become slick. According to the weather service, drivers should be extremely cautious and travel more slowly, leaving more space between cars.

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