Today's Forecast: Snow before 10pm, then snow and freezing rain between 10pm and midnight, then rain and snow. Cloudy. Low around 25, with temperatures rising to around 39 overnight. Southeast wind 20 to 31 mph, with gusts as high as 53 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 4 to 6 inches possible. Little or no ice accumulation expected. High Wind Warning issued January 9 at 3:12AM EST until January 10 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Burlington VT * WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. Locally higher gusts possible along the western slopes of the Green Mountains. * WHERE...The northern Adirondacks of New York, Champlain Valley of Vermont, and western slopes of the Green Mountains. * WHEN...From 4 PM Tuesday to 7 AM EST Wednesday. * 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...A period of heavy wet snowfall is expected this afternoon and evening outside of the Champlain Valley. This snow may cling to trees and power lines and increase the likelihood of power outages. Instructions 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.
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