New London County's Snow Estimates Increase Once Again

The National Weather Service has increased snow accumulation estimates for New London County this afternoon in advance of Wednesday's nor'easter snowstorm. This morning estimates called for 7 to 10 inches of snow here and now its ballooned to 11 to 15 inches of snow, according to the weather service.

Here is new advisory from the weather service:

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO 6 AM EDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 11 to 15 inches are expected.

* WHERE...In Connecticut, Northern New London, Southern Middlesex and Southern New London Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to 6 AM EDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible, especially during the evening commute. Snow will develop during the morning and become heavy by afternoon. Expect significant reductions in visibility at times. A combination of the heavy snow and wind gusts up to 40 mph could bring down tree limbs and power lines, creating power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check local Department of Transportation information services for the latest road conditions.