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A cold weather advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 11:54 a.m. in effect until Monday at 10 a.m. for Oswego, Jefferson and Lewis counties.

The weather service says to anticipate, “Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 degrees below zero across Jefferson and Lewis counties and as cold as 20 below zero across Oswego county.”

“Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero will cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 15 minutes,” comments the weather service. “This is a potentially hazardous situation to be outdoors. If you must be outside, be sure to cover all exposed skin. Frostbite can occur in 30 minutes or less with apparent temperatures of 15 below zero or colder.”

Cold weather advisory: Be Aware. A cold weather advisory is issued when seasonably cold air temperatures or wind chill values, but not extremely cold values, are expected or occurring. Be sure you and your loved ones dress appropriately and cover exposed skin when venturing outdoors.

Extreme cold warning: Take Action! An extreme cold warning is issued when dangerously cold air temperatures or wind chill values are expected or occurring. If you are in an area with an extreme cold warning, avoid going outside. If you have to go outside, dress in layers, cover exposed skin, and make sure at least one other person knows your whereabouts. Update them when you arrive safely at your destination.

Extreme cold watch: Be Prepared. An extreme cold watch is issued when dangerously cold air temperatures or wind chill values are possible. As with a warning, adjust your plans to avoid being outside during the coldest parts of the day. Make sure your car has at least half a tank of gas, and update your winter survival kit.

Pulaski, N.Y. — An elderly man was rescued from a burning home in Pulaski on Saturday afternoon after a passing snowplow driver noticed the fire and helped him escape, fire officials said.

Around 12:52 p.m., the Ringgold Fire Company responded to the house fire at 295 Manwaring Road, according to a news release from the department. When crews arrived, they found the two-story home engulfed in smoke and fire, with part of the home already beginning to collapse.

The homeowner had been in the back of the house when the fire started and had to fight his way through smoke and flames to reach the front, Ringgold Fire Company Fire Chief Justin Crowl said. The man collapsed on the porch, where a snowplow driver passing by noticed the fire and helped him the rest of the way out of the home, he said.

The man suffered minor burns to his face and hands and had singed hair, Crowl said. He was evaluated at the scene by NOCA Ambulance and later released. Crowl said the man has mobility issues and had difficulty walking, which made it hard for him to get out of the burning home.

Crowl said the homeowner had been cleaning his wood-burning stove before the fire, which could be a contributing factor. However, the extent of the damage made it difficult to determine the exact cause.

When fire crews arrived, firefighters entered the home but encountered heavy smoke and significant fire on the first floor, Crowl said. Crews were forced to retreat and attack the fire from the outside. The blaze was extinguished in just over two hours, he said.

Firefighters battled harsh weather conditions, including wind chills near minus 20 degrees, and struggled with frozen hoses while working to put out the fire. A hydrant in front of the home was used, with assistance from the Town of Richland Water Department, to boost water pressure, Crowl said.

The home was deemed a total loss. Crews worked to put out the fire until about 4:50 p.m. and spent additional time after cleaning equipment affected by the extreme cold.

Crowl said the Pulaski Academy & Central School District provided two school buses for warming stations, while local businesses provided food for firefighters.

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The average homeowners insurance premium in New York was $1,860 a year as of November, according to data from Bankrate, a personal finance website.

That’s $155 a month. It’s also over $560 less than the national average rate of $2,424 a year.

New York’s average annual premium cost ranked 27th in the nation among all 50 states and Washington, D.C.

The three states with the highest premiums as of November were Nebraska, Louisiana and Florida. Average premiums in Nebraska and Louisiana were over $6,000 a year and the average in Florida was over $5,800.

Average premiums in 31 states and Washington, D.C. were lower than the national average as of November. They were higher in 19 states, according to Bankrate.

The numbers all reflect premiums for a home with a dwelling coverage amount of $300,000.

Homeowners insurance premiums have been rising nationwide in recent years, sometimes by 10%, 20% or even more.

Areas prone to natural disasters and extreme weather events have seen some of the biggest cost increases and are paying some of the highest premiums now.

Post-pandemic inflation, disruptions in supply chains and rising construction and labor costs have also played a role in premium hikes, according to Bankrate.

Although New Yorkers are paying less for homeowners insurance than the national average, car insurance costs in the state will rise at one of the fastest rates in the U.S. in 2026.

New York drivers will see an average rate increase this year of 6%, the fourth-highest increase in the U.S., according to data from ValuePenguin, an online insurance comparison site that is part of Lending Tree.

You can see details of homeowners insurance premiums throughout the U.S. in the table below. If you can’t see the table, click here to open it in a new window.

Fox’s survival competition “Extracted” returns tonight with Season 2, Episode 2, and viewers in Upstate New York will have someone local to cheer for.

Saratoga Springs resident Katie Kratovil, along with her sisters Emily and Carly, is competing this season for the chance to win $250,000, alongside 10 other teams.

The episode airs Monday, Feb 2, at 8 p.m. ET on Fox.

Cord-cutters can stream live and on demand via Fubo (5-day free trial) or DIRECTV (5-day free trial).

Where to watch ‘Extracted’ live and on demand for free

Viewers without cable or an over-the-air antenna can watch “Extracted” live using free trials from streaming services that carry Fox, such as Fubo and DIRECTV. These trials allow viewers to stream episodes at no cost.

Episodes are available to stream the following day on Hulu. For a limited time, bundle Hulu with Disney+ for only $9.99 the first month (originally $12.99).

Read more: When is the Hulu app shutting down? What you need to know about the Hulu-Disney+ merger

What are the differences between the streaming services?

- Fubo offers one of the widest selections of channels among live TV streaming services. More than 230 channels, including all the sports and entertainment you love, plus sports add-ons for those niche networks you rely on, and it all starts with a free trial and up to $30 off the first month of service.

- Watch live TV from major broadcast and popular cable networks. Enjoy local and national live sports, breaking news and must-see shows the moment they air. Included: unlimited cloud DVR storage space so you can record as many shows as you want and stream them from wherever you go. DTV starts as low as $19.99 per month after a 5-day free trial when you shop their customizable genre packs.

Who is the Upstate NY contestant?

Katie Kratovil, originally from Longmeadow, MA, now lives and works in Saratoga Springs, NY. She appears on Season 2 as the designated “Competitor,” enduring 20+ days of cold, hunger and isolation in the Canadian wilderness while her sisters make critical decisions from HQ.

Emily and Carly, who still live in Longmeadow, act as Katie’s “Companions,” responsible for monitoring her progress, sending her gear when necessary and deciding whether to pull her from the competition.

What is ‘Extracted’ about?

The series follows 11 teams made up of one wilderness amateur and two family members or friends. Competitors start with nothing — no food, no fire‑starting tools, no shelter — and must survive while their loved ones watch on screens, make strategy decisions and manage the guilt of sending or withholding supplies.

If a family member presses the red “Extract” button, the entire team is eliminated, no matter the reason. The last survivor standing wins $250,000.

A popular rapper has dropped out of a touring music festival that’s coming to Upstate New York.

Rock the Country announced its 2026 lineup last week, including country, rock and hip-hop artists like Kid Rock, Jason Aldean, Jelly Roll, Hank Williams Jr., Brooks & Dunn, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Creed, Shinedown, Nelly and Ludacris. The tour includes eight two-day concerts with different lineups in eight different “small towns,” including a Sept. 11-12 run in Hamburg, N.Y.

But Ludacris’ name was removed from the bill on Friday, days after fans criticized the fest as some performers have openly supported President Donald Trump and MAGA’s political interests. Promotional materials billed the event as “celebrating 250 years of freedom,” as this year marks the 250th anniversary of America’s Declaration of Independence.

“Luda, bro, what are you doing? I’m so confused,” one Instagram user said. “We about to put you over there with Kanye and Snoop … Why’d you sign up for this? You got 48 hours to issue a statement, you got 48 hours to let us know you’re about to cancel this contract.”

A rep for Ludacris told Rolling Stone that the rapper was never supposed to appear on the lineup, calling it “a mix-up.”

“Lines got crossed, and he wasn’t supposed to be on there,” the rep said.

Rock the Country confirmed that Ludacris would not be performing Friday, the day tickets went on sale.

Ludacris was never listed on the lineup at the Erie County Fairgrounds in Hamburg. Performers Friday, Sept. 11, include Hank Williams Jr., Chris Janson and a headliner that will be announced later; Saturday, Sept. 12, performers include Kid Rock, Gavin Adcock and Nelly.

Tickets for the Rock the Country festival are currently on sale via Ticketmaster. Fans can also compare prices on Vivid Seats, StubHub and Seat Geek.

Ludacris, whose real name is Chris Bridges, is a rapper best known for hits like “What’s Your Fantasy,” “Rollout (My Business),” “Saturday (Oooh Oooh),” “Move Bitch,” “Act a Fool,” “Area Codes,” “Money Maker,” “Stand Up,” “Get Back,” “Splash Waterfalls,” and “My Chick Bad.” He also collaborated with big name artists like Justin Bieber (”Baby”), Usher (”Yeah!”), Chingy (”Holidae Inn”), Missy Elliott (”One Minute Man”), Fergie (”Glamorous”), Lil Jon (”Lovers & Friends”) and Taio Cruz (”Break Your Heart”).

Bridges, also known for movies and TV shows like the “Fast and Furious” franchise, has performed at the New York State Fair twice, drawing two of the largest crowds in NYS Fair concert history.