Massive Lake-Effect Snowstorm Hits Great Lakes and Upstate NY
A severe Arctic chill and record-breaking lake-effect snow are causing hazardous travel conditions in the Great Lakes region, with parts of New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio experiencing several feet of snow and temperatures below freezing. Nearly 70% of the continental US will face below-average temperatures, with four million people under snow warnings. Authorities in affected areas have declared states of emergency and issued travel advisories, urging residents to stay off the roads due to treacherous conditions.