Hudson Valley: Hazardous Outlooks Till 6PM

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Hazardous weather outlooks went into effect at 10 a.m. in Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Ulster and northern Westchester counties.

They are set to expire at 6 p.m., by which time this brief bout of snow is expected to exit the region.

Snow-covered roads, poor visibility, and hazardous travel are likely from late morning into the afternoon. Many schools announced schedule changes. SEE: UPDATE: More Early Dismissals For HV Schools

In the mid-Hudson, snowfall rates could approach 1 to 1.5 inches an hour early Monday afternoon. Expect 2-5 inches there, the National Weather Service said.

In the lower Hudson Valley, 1-3 inches of snow may accumulate, the NWS predicted.

For southern Westchester, mixed rain and snow may start around lunchtime, then turn to plain rain into the afternoon and early evening.

There are two more chances for snow coming up: one Tuesday and one Saturday. Check back with Patch for updates.