Blizzard Warning Expands Ahead Of 'Potentially Life-Threatening' Nor'easter

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — More of our area can expect to see dangerous blizzard conditions, according to the latest from the National Weather Service.

A Blizzard Warning has now been issued in effect 1 p.m. Sunday afternoon through 6 p.m. Monday for a large swath of the Hudson Valley, New York City, Connecticut and New Jersey.

The heaviest snow will coincide with the strongest winds Sunday evening into early Monday, according to the NWS. Heavy blowing snow, visibilities below 1/4 mile, treacherous travel conditions, and sporadic power outages are expected across the region.

The latest snowfall totals call for between 16 to 24 inches, with the highest totals at and near the coast.

Governor Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency for more than 20 counties ahead of the expected blizzard.

Hochul warned residents to take the blizzard warning seriously and make preparations to ride out the storm.

"New Yorkers are no strangers to snow and cold weather, but these blizzard-like conditions approaching New York City, Long Island and the lower Mid-Hudson will bring heavy snow and strong winds, with the storm forecasted to impact much of our state," Hochul said in a written statement. "As with every weather event, our state agencies are equipped with the resources they need to respond to the developing storm and keep everyone informed. I encourage everyone to take action, stay vigilant and always monitor your local forecast for real-time updates."

The emergency declaration covers Albany, Bronx, Columbia, Greene, Delaware, Dutchess, Kings, Nassau, New York, Orange, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, Schenectady, Schoharie, Sullivan, Ulster, Westchester and contiguous counties.