Digging out the walkway – 2013 Blizzard
by Meteorologist Jeb Postle
Alerts: A Blizzard Warning Remains in effect from 7 PM this evening through 1 A.M. Wednesday.
Forecast Timeline:
Afternoon: Mostly cloudy with snow developing between 2-5 PM. Snowfall amounts less than 1”. High temperature around 21F. Winds from the northeast at 5-10 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with periods of light to moderate during the evening. Moderate to heavy snow moving in from late evening into the overnight. Snowfall amounts between 12-16”. Low temperature around 15F. Winds from the northeast at 20-30 mph, with gusts above 30 mph likely.
Tuesday, January 26th: Mostly cloudy with periods of moderate to heavy snow . Snowfall amounts between 8-12”. High temperature around 18F. Winds from the northeast at 20-30 mph, with gusts above 30 mph likely.
Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy with periods of light to moderate snow ending between 3-6 AM. Snowfall amounts between 2-4”. Low temperature around 8F. Winds from the north-northwest at 10-15 mph, with gusts above 20 mph likely.
Wednesday, January 27th: Morning clouds with a slight chance of lingering snow showers before 8 AM. A few breaks of sun possible in the afternoon. High temperature around 19F. Winds from the northwest at 10-15 mph.
Impacts: With Blizzard conditions and heavy snow expected late tonight through the day Tuesday, its likely that many businesses and schools will be closed tomorrow. Roads will be impassible, as snowfall rates well over 1” per hour are likely. The gusty winds tomorrow may provide a threat of some power outages across the area. Make sure you are prepared with supplies if this happens to you.
Even when the snow begins to lighten up Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, blowing and drifting snow will remain an issue. This may lead to additional delays or cancellations in schools and businesses on Wednesday.
Note: The greatest uncertainty with this storm is where the heavy snow bands set up. If the bands set up over the Grafton-Upton area, expect snow totals between 2 to 3 feet. If the heavy snow bands set up outside the area, snowfall totals between 1-2 feet are possible. If anyone has any weather related questions ,feel free to email me at jebril.postle@gmail.com.
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