Editor's Note:The following advisory was sent by the state police.
The New York State Police from Troop K, which covers Columbia, Dutchess, Putnam and Westchester Counties, would like to remind motorist to exercise due care when traveling the roadways this evening into tomorrow afternoon. Inclement weather, consisting of snow, sleet and freezing rain, is expected to continue throughout the morning hours of December 9, 2013, which will make all roadways slick and unpredictable. Allow adjustments to your schedule to ensure safe travel. For road conditions, traffic, travel and transit info, use http://511ny.org/ or call 511.
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The National Weather Service has a special advisory warning about the storm sweeping our way from the southwest.
Cycles of snow, sleet and freezing rain could start this afternoon. Hazards include reduced visibility and slippery conditions on the roads. Drive slowly and proceed with caution, the NWS said.
The NWS posted a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Putnam, Rockland and Westchester counties.
Up to two inches of snow could accumulate overnight in the northern part of the area. The change to sleet and then to rain as the temperatures warm on Monday morning could make driving difficult, the NWS said.
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