Active AlertsKent, CT

What: Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches.
Where: Litchfield County in northwestern Connecticut and the eastern Catskills, mid Hudson Valley, southern Taconics, Helderbergs and the Schoharie Valley in eastern New York.
When: From 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Saturday.
Impacts: Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could become difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute.
Additional Details: Moderate to heavy snow will develop early tonight and will remain heavy overnight. Snowfall rates of one to two inches an hour will be possible at times overnight. The snow will taper off Saturday morning to scattered snow showers and flurries.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.