NH News
CONCORD, N.H. – The National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for most of New Hampshire on Friday and Saturday. The New Hampshire Department of Safety’s Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) urges residents and visitors to use caution and avoid traveling if possible.
- Belknap, Cheshire, Grafton, Hillsborough, Merrimack, Rockingham, Strafford and Sullivan counties and Southern Carroll County are under a Winter Storm Warning from 10 p.m. Friday to 7 p.m. Saturday. Total snow accumulations are expected between 8 and 12 inches. Wind gusts could reach 35 mph.
- Northern Carroll County is under a Winter Storm Warning from 1 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday with total snow accumulations expected between 8 and 12 inches.
- Coos County is under a Winter Storm Watch late Friday through Saturday evening with total snow accumulations of up to 6 inches possible.
“Before the snow arrives Friday evening, take some time to prepare yourself and your family,” said HSEM Director Robert Buxton. “Stay informed by listening to local weather reports and signing up for NH Alerts and make sure all members of your family know your family emergency plan.”
Director Buxton provides these additional winter weather reminders:
- Visit ReadyNH.gov to learn more preparedness tips to help you and your family stay safe, including information on making a family emergency plan and building an emergency kit.
- Slow down and move over for emergency vehicles.
- Clear all snow and ice off your car, including your roof, around lights, and license plates before traveling.
- Bridges, overpasses, and exposed road areas are the most prone to slippery conditions.
- Find the latest road conditions at newengland511.org.
- Plan two ways out of your home in case of emergency.
- Clear the driveway and front walk from ice and snow. This will provide easy access to your home.