Storm watch update

Winter Storm Watch statement as of 3:54 am EST on January 3, 2018

Winter Storm Watch remains in effect from Thursday morning through Friday morning.

* what... heavy snow and blowing snow possible. Plan on difficult

travel conditions, including during the evening commute on

Thursday. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches, with

localized amounts up to 12 inches, are possible.

* Where... portions of, central, northern and southern New

Hampshire and, southern and western Maine.

* When... from Thursday morning through Friday morning.

* Additional details... winds gusting as high as 45 mph will

cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as

low as 15 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30

minutes to exposed skin.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant

snow, sleet or ice accumulations that may impact travel. Continue

to monitor the latest forecasts.