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Central New York is expected to experience significant lake effect snow starting Wednesday afternoon, with up to a foot of snow possible by Friday. The heaviest snowfall is anticipated early Thursday morning, potentially impacting the morning commute with squalls and whiteout conditions due to wind gusts over 40 mph. Nine counties are under a winter storm warning, and power outages are possible due to strong winds.
A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for Ottawa, Allegan, and Van Buren counties in Michigan, with heavy lake-effect snow expected overnight into Monday. This could lead to school closings in areas like Hudsonville, Zeeland, and Holland, with a moderate to high chance of closures in southern Ottawa and western Allegan counties. Grand Rapids is unlikely to see significant snow, while Kalamazoo may experience some impact depending on snowband development. The snowfall on Monday will influence potential school closings on Tuesday.
Southern California is bracing for a combination of strong winds and precipitation, with damaging wind gusts up to 80 mph in mountain areas and snowfall of one to three inches expected near the Grapevine and Tejon Pass. A Winter Storm Warning and a Winter Weather Advisory have been issued, alongside High Wind Warnings and Wind Advisories for various regions, including coastal areas. The cold weather pattern is set to persist with chances of rain and snow throughout the week.
The Omaha area is bracing for a significant winter storm expected to bring 5 to 10 inches of heavy, wet snow on Monday, with potential for higher amounts north and west of the metro. A winter storm warning is in effect from 6 a.m. Monday until 12 p.m. Tuesday, with travel disruptions anticipated along major interstates. Conditions may worsen with wind gusts of 30-40 mph causing blowing snow and near-blizzard conditions into early Tuesday. Residents are advised to prepare for the storm and stay informed on travel conditions.
The first significant snowstorm of 2024 has prompted a Winter Storm Warning in parts of Pennsylvania, with heavy snowfall and difficult travel conditions expected to continue until early Sunday. Residents are advised to take precautions if traveling and to keep emergency supplies in their vehicles. The storm has brought picturesque scenes across the region, with residents sharing photos of snow-covered landscapes and activities like building snowmen.
Connecticut is bracing for a significant snowstorm, the first major one in two years, with up to a foot of snow expected in some areas. Officials, including Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam and Governor Ned Lamont, are urging residents to avoid travel and stay off the roads to allow snowplows and emergency services to operate effectively. Parking bans are in place, and residents are advised to prepare with emergency kits and stay informed about the weather conditions. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning, emphasizing the potential for heavy snowfall and difficult travel conditions.
Central New York is bracing for a significant snowstorm expected to hit the area tonight, with snowfall rates potentially reaching 1 inch per hour and total accumulations of 5 to 9 inches. The Syracuse region is under a winter storm warning, with the heaviest snow anticipated to begin around 5 p.m. and taper off by midnight. The storm brings not only heavy snow but also wind gusts up to 25 mph, creating hazardous driving conditions. This event is likely to be the largest snowstorm of the year for Syracuse, with concerns of power outages and flooding following another storm expected late Tuesday.
Western North Carolina experienced freezing rain on Saturday morning, leading to slick conditions and power outages, particularly in Henderson County with over 1,200 customers affected. A Winter Storm Warning and Weather Advisory were in effect until 1 p.m. for multiple counties. Ice accumulation was reported in various locations, with the National Weather Service providing specific totals. Conditions were expected to improve by the afternoon with rain moving out and temperatures rising to near 50 degrees.