Albany, NY – New York State Police say troopers have been working nonstop since Saturday as a powerful winter storm swept across the state, creating dangerous driving conditions and leading to hundreds of accidents and disabled vehicles.
As of Monday morning, troopers had responded to 377 property damage crashes, 27 injury crashes, and 444 reports of disabled or abandoned vehicles, according to a State Police update posted on social media. No fatal crashes have been reported in connection with the storm.
The hazardous conditions stretched from western New York through the Hudson Valley and into the metropolitan region, where heavy snow, freezing rain, and gusty winds made travel treacherous. State Police and local road crews are urging drivers to remain off the roads unless absolutely necessary.
Officials said troopers are continuing to operate “around the clock” to assist stranded motorists and respond to incidents statewide, with resources focused on major interstates and heavily traveled corridors.
Key points:
- State Police have handled 404 crashes statewide since Saturday, including 27 with injuries
- 444 vehicles were reported disabled or abandoned due to storm conditions
- No storm-related fatalities have been reported
Authorities are reminding drivers to slow down, leave extra following distance, and give emergency crews space to work as cleanup continues across New York.