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Snow Impacts Great Lakes To New England

A low pressure system spurs a swath of snow from Wisconsin to New England today.

Today's Weather Outlook

An active pattern continues for the Pacific Northwest with soaking rain and high elevation snowfall.

Active Week of Weather Leads to Mixed Drought Results

Two significant weather systems impacted the U.S. last week. bringing a swath of snow.

A strong cold-air-damming event from March 20, 2018.

Cold Air Damming - Cause And Effects

What is cold air damming, where does it form, and why can it be so hard to forecast?

People skating on a frozen pond on a clear day. (Image by Q K from Pixabay)

Safety Tips For Icy Surfaces

Here are ways to stay safe when participating in winter activities on frozen lakes.

Top 10 Winter Energy Saving Tips

Winter can be cruel as the season's cold air drives up energy costs. Here's how to save.

Safety Tips For Icy Surfaces

Here are ways to stay safe when participating in winter activities on frozen lakes.

Top 10 Winter Energy Saving Tips

Winter can be cruel as the season's cold air drives up energy costs. Here's how to save.

Flu Update Valid For Week Ending March 29, 2025

Weekly Flu Update: Flu Continues to Climb

With Thanksgiving in the rear-view mirror and snowflakes flying across much of the country, that means that the other wintertime scourge is taking root – flu.

You're Caught in a Winter Storm: What Now?

Being caught in a winter storm can be a challenging and potentially dangerous situation.

Image courtesy of Michael Jarmoluk from Pixabay.com

What is Lake-Effect Snow?

Lake-effect snow is a cold season meteorological phenomenon that occurs in certain areas of the world near very large bodies of water, most famously downwind of the Great Lakes in North America.