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Lake-Effect Snow Alert: Up to 14 Inches Expected!

12/13/2025

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Snowfall Warning Issued

Lake-effect snow warnings are in effect for parts of Northeast Ohio from December 13 to December 15, 2025.
The National Weather Service expects 5–14 inches of snow, especially in snowbelt regions.
Travel may become hazardous due to heavy snow and gusty winds, and officials advise against travel.
Arctic air brings wind chills at zero or below, and snowfall should taper off late Sunday night as high pressure builds in.

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Northeast: Winter Storm Approaches

A significant winter storm will impact the Northeast this weekend, with snow beginning Saturday and tapering Sunday afternoon.
Areas from Indiana to New York City are forecast to receive 1–3 inches, while southern New Jersey and Philadelphia may see 3–5 inches.
Winter storm watches are in effect across Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, and travel conditions are likely to be hazardous due to the polar vortex weakening.

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Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1888, which struck from March 11 to 14, was one of the deadliest blizzards in U.S. history, claiming over 400 lives and dropping up to 50 inches of snow across the Northeast. This catastrophic event paralyzed transportation and communication, prompting infrastructure changes like burying telegraph lines. Its legacy underscores the importance of preparedness for severe winter storms today.

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Snowfall Warning Issued

Lake-effect snow warnings are in effect for parts of Northeast Ohio from December 13 to December 15, 2025.
The National Weather Service expects 5–14 inches of snow, especially in snowbelt regions.
Travel may become hazardous due to heavy snow and gusty winds, and officials advise against travel.
Arctic air brings wind chills at zero or below, and snowfall should taper off late Sunday night as high pressure builds in.

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