A winter storm watch was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 12:59 p.m. valid from Wednesday 4 a.m. until Thursday 7 a.m. for Oneida County.

"Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 7 or more inches possible," describes the weather service. "In this wintry pattern, there may be minor snow amounts before and after the Watch timeframe, but heaviest snow potential is Wednesday."

"Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes," explains the weather service. "Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation."

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