Mount Holly Newsflash - Friday, December 23, 2022 The weather today in Mount Holly - Rain before noon, then rain showers between noon and 3pm, then rain and snow showers. Cloudy. High near 45, with temperatures falling to around 30 in the afternoon. South wind 20 to 33 mph, with gusts as high as 53 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.
...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 7 PM EST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of northern New York and central, northeast, northwest and southern Vermont. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 7 PM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be rapidly increasing after midnight Thursday night, and peaking during the early to mid afternoon Friday before abating in the evening. In parts of the southern Green Mountains in Vermont, and in parts of Essex County, New York, these strong winds may arrive soon after an elevation dependent 2 to 6 inches of wet snow falls across the region. This could exacerbate power outages for these locations. Information: People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 AM EST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph. * WHERE...In New York, Western Essex County. In Vermont, Eastern Addison, Eastern Rutland and Western Windsor Counties. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 4 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy wet snow could lead to power outages, especially above 1500 ft. Information: Slow down and use caution while traveling. Please allow extra time if travel is necessary.
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northern New York and Vermont, including the following counties, in northern New York, Western Clinton and Western Essex. In Vermont, Eastern Addison, Eastern Chittenden, Eastern Rutland, Eastern Windsor, Orange, Washington, Western Addison, Western Chittenden, Western Rutland and Western Windsor. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Basin average rainfall of 1.5" to 2" and about 1" of liquid equivalent from snowmelt is likely. The highest rainfall totals are expected in eastern facing slopes of the Adirondacks in Essex County, New York and across the southern Greens in Windsor County, Vermont, which could see locally higher totals to 2.5". Minor flood stage is expected to be reached on the Otter Creek at Center Rutland, the Mad River at Moretown, and the East Branch of the Ausable River which are of the highest concern at this time. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Information: You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
As many of you know - Angela Kautz- one of Mount Holly's own, was seriously injured in a car accident on Belmont Road on Monday, December 12th. She faces a daunting medical challenge ahead. Not only medical challenge, but financial hardship. Village Baptist Church in Belmont is establishing a funding site for anyone who would like to participate and contribute to her and her family. Contributions should be made to: Village Baptist Church % Berkshire Bank 152 Main Street Ludlow, Vermont. 05149 Attention: Leslie Lever
