Hazardous Weather Outlooks Issued For the Hudson Valley

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Hazardous Weather Outlooks were issued early Friday morning for the lower and mid Hudson Valley. At the south end of the valley, very strong winds (gusts close to 60 mph) are predicted. To the north, there's a possibility of snow.

For Orange, Putnam, Rockland and Westchester counties, the National Weather Service said:

A strong cold front may bring strong southerly winds as it approaches late Saturday night, and strong west to northwest winds after it passes through early Sunday. Sustained winds may reach as high as 40 mph, with gusts as high as 58 mph. The strongest winds are more likely to occur closer to the coast Saturday night.

For Dutchess, Greene and Ulster counties, the NWS said:

Strong winds are possible late Saturday night into Sunday behind a cold front. Wind gusts may exceed 45 mph at times. If confidence increases, a wind advisory would be issued.

Lake effect snow is expected downwind of Lake Ontario late Sunday into Monday. It remains too early for any specifics on snowfall amounts or exact locations, but continue to monitor the forecast for updates.

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