What Not To Do If You Want To Live During Snowstorms In New York

Doing this while driving in snowstorms puts many lives at risk, including yours.

Many parts of New York State experienced its first major snowstorm of the winter season over the weekend.

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Snow started falling across the region Saturday night and continued into Sunday morning. The storm dropped more than a foot of snow in some locations north of New York City.

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Parts of the Mid-Hudson region received the most snow, according to Gov. Hochul's Office.

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Parts of the Mid-Hudson Region received around 14 inches of snow, according to Hochul's Office.

Tips To Remember When Driving In The Snow

New York State residents know you must use extra caution when driving in the snow. It's advised that you stay off the roads during snowstorms.

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But if you do have to venture out on the roads, New York State officials released a number of tips to keep you safe on the road.

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The New York State Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services released the following tips:

Avoid using cruise control
Take it slow
Leave extra distance between vehicles
Keep your headlights on & slow down
Don't crowd the plow!
Check road conditions at 511 beforehand

Winter Preparedness Checklist For New York State Residents

More tips to keep safe during winter can be found below:

Winter Preparedness Checklist For New York State Residents

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