Lake Effect Snow Warning Updated
From
Lawrence Park Township
Sent
Tue, Dec 30 @ 1:29pm
Description
Lake Effect Snow Warning issued December 30 at 1:21PM EST until January 1 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Cleveland OH
* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1
to 2 feet with isolated higher amounts in excess of 2 feet
possible closer to the lakeshore. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Crawford, Northern Erie, and Southern Erie Counties.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions
will impact holiday travel.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest lake effect snow will persist
near the lakeshore this evening into Wednesday morning. Another
period of heavy lake effect snow will arrive Wednesday afternoon
and overnight, impacting the entire area. Snowfall rates may reach
2 inches per hour at times Wednesday evening.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and Pennsylvania
Turnpike Commission strongly encourage motorists to heed all travel
restrictions and delay unnecessary travel. Visit www.511pa.com for
the latest travel, roadway, and traffic conditions.
Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.
This notification was posted by Lawrence Park Township. Lawrence Park Township is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
