The Catskill Chronicle

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY (March 18, 2013) – Acting Sullivan County Manager Joshua Potosek has issued the following statement: “The National Weather Service in Binghamton has issued a Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow and some ice for Sullivan County that is effective from 5:00 p.m.Monday evening through 2:00 p.m. Tuesday afternoon.

“Snow will start to develop late this afternoon and become heavier through the evening with a
mix of sleet and freezing rain overnight and gradually diminishing Tuesday morning.
Storm totals of 5 to 8 inches, and up to one tenth of an inch of ice with higher amounts possible in higher elevations of Northern Sullivan County.

“A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow, sleet, and ice are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. County residents are also urged to have enough flashlights and extra batteries, canned goods and bottled water for 48 hours, in case of power outage or emergency.

“Residents are encouraged to make arrangements to check on elderly neighbors, and arrange for pets to be housed either inside, or with proper shelter.

“At this point, all County offices are expected to be open for normal business hours on Tuesday,
March 19 unless the impact of the storm requires further action. Sullivan County Division of
Public Works has personnel, equipment, and supplies ready to address the incoming storm.”

(Photo by Carol Montana)