Two separate frontal systems merged to form a powerful winter storm over the Great Lakes from December 22 to December 24 bringing multiple hazards to the region including heavy rain, snow, strong winds and a very cold air mass in its wake.
Widespread rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches were observed with some localized amounts of 4 inches. The combination of the rain and snowmelt in some places resulted in some flooding and some creeks to overflow their banks.
Strong pre-frontal and post-frontal winds occurred with this event with widespread wind gusts of 40 to 55 mph. Such winds resulted in some downed trees and power lines as well as minor damage to some structures. A few power outages occurred as a result.
Snow showers in the wake of the cold front brought mainly light accumulations. However, a pocket of more moderate snow occurred across the northern and central Taconics with snowfall amounts in the 4 to 8 inch range.
Much colder air built into the region in the wake of the front which, combined with the strong winds, led to wind chill values as low as 15 to 25 degrees below zero in some areas. A few warming centers opened up across the region as a result of the cold.
Key impacts: minor flooding, tree damage, power outages.

Cold/Wind Chill in EASTERN COLUMBIA, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 21:00:00 to 24-DEC-22 09:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Mesonet

Cold/Wind Chill in EASTERN DUTCHESS, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 21:00:00 to 24-DEC-22 09:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Mesonet

High Wind in NORTHERN WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 01:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Very strong wind gusts resulted in some downed trees and power outages across the area.

High Wind in SOUTHERN WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 01:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Very strong wind gusts resulted in some downed trees and power outages across the area as well as structural damage to a post office in Salem.

Strong Wind in WESTERN RENSSELAER, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 01:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 45.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

A tree was also reported down on the northbound lane of Route 150 between Best Road and Biittig Road.

Strong Wind in EASTERN DUTCHESS, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 01:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 40.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was downed on the northbound lane of NY Route 22 at Old Post Road 3 in the Town of North East.

Strong Wind in SCHOHARIE, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 01:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 40.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

Strong winds resulted in a couple of downed limbs and dead trees as well as minor damage to a roof and shutters.

Strong Wind in EASTERN ALBANY, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 09:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 48.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong Wind in WESTERN ALBANY, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 09:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 40.00 EG
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong Wind in EASTERN COLUMBIA, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 01:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 42.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong Wind in WESTERN COLUMBIA, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 01:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 42.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong Wind in WESTERN DUTCHESS, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 09:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 40.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong Wind in NORTHERN FULTON, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 09:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 40.00 EG
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong Wind in SOUTHERN FULTON, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 09:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 45.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong Wind in SOUTHERN HERKIMER, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 01:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 41.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong Wind in MONTGOMERY, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 09:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 41.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong Wind in EASTERN RENSSELAER, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 01:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 40.00 EG
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong Wind in NORTHERN SARATOGA, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 09:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 46.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong Wind in SOUTHERN SARATOGA, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 09:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 44.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong Wind in EASTERN SCHENECTADY, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 09:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 40.00 EG
Reported by: Mesonet

Winter Weather in EASTERN RENSSELAER, NEW YORK
From 22-DEC-22 15:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Strong Wind in WESTERN SCHENECTADY, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 09:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 40.00 EG
Reported by: Mesonet

Flood in SCHENECTADY, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 07:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 10:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: AQUEDUCT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Minor flooding was observed at the intersection of Clifton Park Road and Rankin Road in the Town of Niskayuna.

Winter Weather in EASTERN COLUMBIA, NEW YORK
From 22-DEC-22 15:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Social Media

Strong Wind in NORTHERN WARREN, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 01:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 44.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

Flood in RENSSELAER, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 10:30:00 to 23-DEC-22 13:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: WYNANTSKILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Basement flooding was reported with some home near Route 66 and Mountain View Avenue in the area of Wynantskill and North Greenbush.

Flood in COLUMBIA, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 14:06:00 to 23-DEC-22 17:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHEVIOT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

NY Route 9G was closed in both directions due to flooding.

Cold/Wind Chill in NORTHERN HERKIMER, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 21:00:00 to 24-DEC-22 09:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Mesonet

Flood in ULSTER, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 14:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 18:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SAUGERTIES SOUTH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast Media reported water over Lighthouse Drive and Ferry Street in Saugerties.

Flood in ALBANY, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 15:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 23:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: AQUETUCK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

The westbound lane of Route 143 was closed between Jarvis Road South and Marshall Road in Coeymans due to heavy rain and snow melt and flooding from the Hannacrois Creek.

Cold/Wind Chill in HAMILTON, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 21:00:00 to 24-DEC-22 09:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Mesonet

Cold/Wind Chill in NORTHERN FULTON, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 21:00:00 to 24-DEC-22 09:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Mesonet

Flood in WARREN, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 16:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 19:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SABBATHDAY PT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route 9N between Padaranum Rd and Spring Hill Lane has both lanes closed in all directions due to flooding in the Town of Hague.

Strong Wind in SOUTHERN WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 01:00:00 to 23-DEC-22 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 45.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was reported down along Route 22 North of Quarry Road in the town of Hebron.

Cold/Wind Chill in SOUTHERN FULTON, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 21:00:00 to 24-DEC-22 09:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Mesonet

Cold/Wind Chill in SCHOHARIE, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 21:00:00 to 24-DEC-22 09:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Mesonet

Cold/Wind Chill in WESTERN GREENE, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 21:00:00 to 24-DEC-22 09:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Mesonet

Cold/Wind Chill in WESTERN ULSTER, NEW YORK
From 23-DEC-22 21:00:00 to 24-DEC-22 09:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Mesonet