Geoscientists have published a large review paper in the journal Science that highlights the capacity of current models to ...

A mesoscale convective system is a complex of thunderstorms that can produce damaging wind gusts, hail and heavy rainfall. Occasionally, the set up can produce a tornado but is often not the primary ...

Lake effect snow is a form of precipitation which occurs when cold air moves across open bodies of warm water. As the cold air passes over the unfrozen, warm water, heat and moisture cause clouds ...

One notable instance of lake-effect snow happened in 2022 during a blizzard over the Great Lakes, where western New York received several feet of snow, with an accumulation of 56.5 inches in just ...

More than 650,000 people in New York and parts of Pennsylvania remain under Lake-Effect Snow Warnings after 14-24 inches of snow already blanketed parts of the region.

The cold early January stretch will continue the rest of the week with daytime highs in the mid 20s, but when you factor in a 10-15 mph wind the 'feels like' temperatures will be in the teens.

And though this keeps us warm, it sets up the region with enormous potential for lake-effect snow. Say goodbye to extreme winters My students tell me that the climate norms of my youth are no ...

Lake-effect snow occurs when the water temperatures of the lake are warmer than the air temperatures above it. When that happens, the lake adds heat and moisture to the cool air.

Get ready for the return of some lake effect snow. Winds will turn out of the northeast tonight and develop a band over areas near and south of Milwaukee, impacting Racine and Kenosha counties.The ...

Lake Effect Snow Advisory are issued for widespread or localized lake effect snowfall accumulation (and blowing snow) remaining below warning criteria. Expects lake effect snow showers and assume ...

Lake-effect snow typically falls within 25 miles of the lake, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Sometimes, though, it can travel as far as 100 miles.

Persistent lake-effect snow in Chicago area through Monday 03:19. CHICAGO (CBS) — On Sunday evening, system snow that impacted millions across the country's midsection was starting to wind down ...