A band of lake-effect snow created near-whiteout conditions in parts of western New York overnight into Friday, December 13, prompting multiple
travel advisories in the region.Footage posted by the New York State Thruway Authority (NYSTA) on Thursday night shows snow and icy conditions along Interstate 90 at exit 55, Erie County. “The heavy snow is creating whiteout conditions. Our crews are continuing to plow and treat the roads. If you have to travel, use caution,” NYSTA wrote.More snow was expected off Lake Ontario by Friday evening,
according to the National Weather Service.Buffalo received 17.2 inches of snow, while nearby Eden received 42.5 inches, according to
reports. Credit: NYSTA via Storyful