The potential snowfall is expected to impact higher elevations such as the Adirondacks, Green Mountains, and parts of northern Pennsylvania. Cities like Albany and Binghamton, NY, fall within a 15% risk area for snow on Friday. Lake-effect snow could create localized hazards in snowbelt regions near the Great Lakes. Drivers in these areas should prepare for slippery roads and reduced visibility. Coastal regions are likely to experience rain rather than snow, minimizing winter weather risks.