Lake-Effect Snowstorm Blankets Great Lakes Region with More to Come

Communities around the Great Lakes are experiencing severe lake-effect snow, with up to 30 inches already fallen in areas like northern Pennsylvania and western New York. A state of emergency has been declared in parts of New York, and the National Guard is on standby. The snowstorm has caused road closures, including a section of Interstate 90, affecting holiday travel. The snow is expected to continue through Monday, with potential for up to four feet in some areas. The phenomenon is driven by cold air from Siberia passing over the unusually warm Great Lakes.