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Oswego County hit with 4 feet of snow in 24 hours.
Summary
As much as four feet of snow fell in parts of Oswego County since New Year's Day; some volunteer fire departments have been unable to respond and winter storm warnings remain in effect.
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Heavy lake-effect snow has dropped as much as four feet on several towns in Oswego County since New Year's Day. Businesses have closed and some residents have been unable to leave their homes, according to local reports. Volunteer fire departments have been hampered by deep snow, and winter storm warnings remain in effect.
Key details:
- As much as four feet of snow was reported in towns including Pulaski, Sandy Creek and Orwell.
- Some volunteer fire departments could not respond to calls because deep snow blocked driveways and station bay doors, officials said.
- The National Weather Service forecast strong snowfall rates and warned that one to three additional feet of snow could fall; warnings cover Oswego, Lewis and Jefferson counties.
Summary:
The heavy lake-effect snow has produced deep accumulations and limited local emergency response in parts of Oswego County. Officials report that some communities remain isolated and additional snowfall is possible. Undetermined at this time.
