Heavy Lake-Snow Event Affecting Michigan and New York Could Cause Travel Restrictions and School Cancellations

According to forecasts, portions of New York, Michigan, and nearby communities would record heavy snowfall and lake-snow events.

The impact of the dangerous snowstorm could result in travel restrictions and cancellations in the affected areas.

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In the recent update, the National Weather Service posted that the NWS Buffalo recorded 3.1 of snow during the first burst of the impact of the heavy lake-effect snow.

The advisory added that up to two inches of snowfall rates could fall in Buffalo, New York, affecting road visibility and travel conditions.

In the National Weather Service Snowfall Amounts, the report said portions of northeast Ashland county and Northern Bayfield county could expect snowfall amounts of six to 14 inches.

Meanwhile, Douglas County could set from three to seven inches of snowfall.

With the snowstorm threat, the advisory noted that it is expected to receive more snow accumulation from Friday afternoon to Saturday.

The advisory also extended to the South Shore, which could expect heavy snow, indicating that Winter Storm Warnings have been in effect for affected residents.

The National Weather Service emphasized that the intense lake-effect snow could affect areas that could become difficult or impassable to travel.

The snow effect could bring colder temperatures and potential snow in portions of Plains, MS Valley, and Rockies.

Impact of the lake-effect snow

Moreover, AccuWeather reported that the lake-effect snow caused power outages in Erie County.

The news report said that over 2,000 had no power in the area.

Meanwhile, a travel ban has been issued in the said area due to the dangerous storm. A disaster emergency has also been announced for affected residents.

AccuWeather added that unimportant or unnecessary travel during the impact of the snowstorm should be canceled, especially it could affect major roads.

Furthermore, temporary school closures could also be possible due to the snowstorm threat. The report noted that parents should stay updated with the storm development.

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On the contrary, the Buffalo Bills games have been canceled.

The report noted that the games had been moved to Detroit on Sunday. The announcement added public safety concerns due to the bad weather in New York.

Historical Snowfall in New York

Portions of New York, especially in Buffalo, could record a potentially historic snowfall this year.

The impact of the heavy lake-effect snow could persist until Sunday in Great Lakes.

According to the latest key message, the NWS Weather Prediction Center shared that the lake-effect snow could unload gusty winds and lightning.

It could affect travel outdoors and damage infrastructures or other properties.

It could further mpact areas in the East Lakes Erie, Ontario, Upper Peninsula, Western Lower Peninsula of Michigan, and Buffalo in New York.

This weekend would record cold temperatures due to the impact of the heavy snowfall.

Furthermore, winter is in the air with the expected colder temperatures in the coming weeks.

Residents who would travel outdoors should drive with caution. The advisory noted to reduce speed and turn on hazard lights to prevent accidents as roads could have zero difficulties in visibility.