Summary:
Lake-effect snow is expected downwind of the Great Lakes with several inches of accumulations expected in higher elevations of the Northern and Central Appalachians. An active weather pattern across the West Coast will bring rainfall for areas across the Pacific Northwest and California through much of this week. Impacted Lanes: I-90, I-82, I-5, I-84, I-15, I-80, I-25, I-70, I-76, I-77, I-71, I-79, I-64, I-99, I-86, I-81
Pennsylvania
Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 1 PM EST this afternoon
- Heavy snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph.
- Impacts: Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 10:30 AM EST this morning
- Snow expected. Total accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds will result in blowing and drifting of the snow.
New York
Flood Warning remains in effect until 10:30 AM EST this morning
- Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
- Impacts: Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, roadways, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 1 PM EST this afternoon
- Snow. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will produce some blowing snow in open areas.
- Impacts: Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions with reduced visibility. The morning commute will be impacted by snow and slippery roads.
Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 10:30 AM EST this morning
- Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches will bring storm totals into the 7 to 11 inch range along the Chautauqua Ridge, with much lower amounts near Lake Erie and farther inland. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will produce some blowing and drifting snow in open areas.
- Impacts: Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions with reduced visibility. The morning commute will be impacted by snow and slippery roads.
Wyoming
High Wind Warning remains in effect until 9 AM MST this morning
- West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
- Impacts: Mainly to transportation. There will be a high risk for blow offs or blowovers for light weight and high profile vehicles such as empty box semi trucks and those towing camper trailers.
Maine
Flood Advisory remains in effect until 10:30 AM EST this morning
- Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring.
- Impacts: Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding.
Flood Warning remains in effect until 12:15 PM EST this afternoon
- Flooding caused by rain and excessive rainfall runoff. The rain has ended but significant runoff will continue.
- Impacts: Turn around and don`t drown. Many roads are closed and washed out.
California
Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 10 AM PST Thursday morning
- Heavy snow expected with total snow accumulations of one to two feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
- Impacts: Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 10 AM PST this morning
- Southerly winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 35 to 50 mph expected.
- Impacts: Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects such as holiday decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Flood Watch remains in effect until 10 PM PST Thursday evening
- Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
- Impacts: Extensive roadway flooding, especially in low-lying areas, and flooding of creeks and streams are possible. Also, there will be the strong potential for rock and mudslide activity, especially on canyon and mountain roadways. Flooding and rock/mudslide activity may lead to significant travel delays and road closures.
Additional Winter Storm Warnings include but are not limited to: Ohio, Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia
Additional Winter Weather Advisories include but are not limited to: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Ohio, West Virginia, and Virginia
Additional Flood Warnings include but are not limited to: Vermont, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida
Additional Flood Advisories include but are not limited to: New Jersey, and North Carolina
Additional Wind Advisories include but are not limited to: Oregon
