Drivers in some states have been advised to delay any unnecessary travel as the country celebrates Thanksgiving.

A brewing storm is expected to primarily be a rainmaker, though some snow is possible along its northern edges.

As high winds and lake effect snow impact the Western New York region, conditions will change rapidly. Follow here for the latest updates.

Forecasters say there’s a high level of uncertainty over how the storm system will develop, how strong it will be and where it will track.

According to FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods, showers will intensify into the evening commute, especially across New York City and areas north and west, before tapering overnight.

Due to an impending snow and ice event in Western New York, the NYSDOT has imposed restrictions on empty trucks and trailers. Affected Roadways: State Route 5 (Buffalo Skyway), State

Look at a relatively pleasent Tuesday morning with temperatures warning up into the low 50s with most of the rain holding off for central New York till later th

For the holiday, lake-effect snow is likely to develop downwind of the Great Lakes. “Those traveling on Thanksgiving Day around the Great Lakes region may have to contend with typical lake-effect snow showers, which can result in reduced visibility and slippery travel,” Duff said.

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