Unexpected May Snow Storm Hits Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Regions

A large block and locked in cold core Low in the Great Lakes is producing an unusual weather pattern, resulting in cloudy, chilly, and wet weather with record snow in the mountains. The Omega Block across North America is responsible for the mountain snow, while rain showers will be on tap for the rest of us. The winter storm warning and winter weather advisory are in effect for Garrett County, MD, with snow expected to stick through Wednesday. The weather pattern will gradually break as we head into the weekend.