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Winter Weather Advisory for Broome County Issued

Staff Report / Binghamtonlocal.org

**Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Broome and Surrounding Counties**

Binghamton, NY — The National Weather Service in Binghamton, NY, has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for multiple counties, effective from 4:00 AM to 1:00 PM EST on Friday, January 31, 2023. This advisory was announced by Broome County Emergency Services early on January 30.

### What to Expect

Mixed precipitation is expected in the affected areas, with light ice accumulations anticipated. In higher elevations, ice accumulation could reach up to a tenth of an inch. Roads and walkways may become slippery, creating hazardous travel conditions.

### Areas Affected

The advisory applies to the following counties in New York:

- Broome

- Chemung

- Chenango

- Cortland

- Delaware

- Otsego

- Sullivan

- Tioga

- Tompkins

### Timing and Travel Impact

The advisory period extends from 4:00 AM until 1:00 PM on Friday. Slippery roads during this time could impact the Friday morning commute. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and plan for longer travel times.

### Public Instructions

Officials recommend slowing down while traveling and using extra caution on roads. To check the latest road conditions, travelers can call 5-1-1 for assistance.

Residents in the affected counties are encouraged to stay prepared and stay safe during the winter weather event.

Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops.

Source: Broome Co. Emergency Services

Source Type: EMS

Source Location: Binghamton

Jan 30, 2025 at 7:24 AM

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