Allegany County Sheriff: No pointless journey, take precautions if needed

Travel Advisory issued by Sheriff Scott A. Cicirello…

A major winter storm continues to impression Allegany County, bringing harmful chilly and substantial snowfall. According to present storm updates, normal accumulations at the moment are estimated at 14-17 inches throughout the county, with snowfall charges of 1–2 inches per hour in some areas. Temperatures stay bitterly chilly, with highs solely 10–15°F and lows falling into the only digits or beneath zero throughout elevations. Wind chills in a single day and into early week might attain -10°F or decrease, creating hazardous situations for anybody open air.

Travel Advisory – All Roads in Allegany County

Due to heavy snowfall, blowing snow, and quickly deteriorating highway situations, a Travel Advisory is in impact for all roads in Allegany County. Travel is strongly discouraged except completely needed. Visibility could also be sharply diminished throughout heavier bands, and untreated roads will turn out to be slick and unsafe. Forecasters emphasize that journey throughout this storm could also be harmful, particularly given the mix of heavy snowfall and excessive chilly.

If journey is unavoidable:

• Reduce velocity and permit further braking distance.

• Keep an emergency equipment in your automobile (blankets, water, snacks, cellphone charger).

• Ensure your gas tank stays at the least half full to forestall fuel-line freeze.

During a journey advisory, no roads are closed; nonetheless, no pointless journey is suggested. The Allegany County Sheriff’s Office can’t decide the need for any particular person to report back to work.

Stay Safe & Stay Updated. Continue to observe official updates from the National Weather Service and native emergency administration. Conditions might change shortly because the storm progresses.