Thanksgiving Travelers Brace for Challenging Weather Conditions

A storm system moving into Upstate New York is expected to bring steady rain, strong winds, and the possibility of icy roads for Thanksgiving travelers. The National Weather Service has issued weather alerts for most of Upstate New York, with winds reaching up to 40 mph and the potential for power outages near Lake Erie. Rainfall amounts vary across the region, with Western New York expecting a third of an inch and Central New York and the Capital Region potentially receiving three-quarters of an inch or more. Some areas may also experience wet snow or freezing rain, particularly in higher elevations. However, the weather is expected to improve for the rest of the Thanksgiving weekend, with cloudy conditions on Thanksgiving Day and rain showers returning on Sunday night.