Active AlertsWhite Haven, PA

What: Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 16 inches. locally up to 20 inches in higher terrain. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Near blizzard conditions possible at higher elevations of the Poconos to southern Catskills.
Where: In New York, Sullivan County. In Pennsylvania, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Pike, and Southern Wayne Counties.
When: Until 7 PM EST Monday.
Impacts: Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility down to below one quarter mile. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.
Additional Details: Gusty north-northwest winds increase overnight and persist into Monday morning, which will cause near whiteout conditions to blowing and drifting snow, especially at higher elevations. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph through the day on Monday.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. In New York, The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. In Pennsylvania, The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission strongly encourage motorist to heed all travel restrictions and delay unnecessary travel. Visit www.511pa.com for the latest travel, roadways, and traffic conditions. Persons should delay all travel if possible as conditions quickly deteriorate this evening through Monday morning. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.