Weather Alert in Pennsylvania
Winter Storm Warning issued February 23 at 2:39AM EST until February 23 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ
AREAS AFFECTED: Berks; Lehigh; Northampton
DESCRIPTION: ...A MAJOR WINTER STORM WILL CONTINUE TO IMPACT THE REGION THROUGH TODAY... .A major winter storm will continue to impact the region through today. Very heavy snowfall and areas of blizzard conditions are expected. Moderate to heavy snowfall with rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour or more will persist into the morning hours. The heavy, wet snow will stick to trees and power lines, resulting in scattered tree damage and power outages. Record breaking snowfall totals are possible. * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Berks, Lehigh, and Northampton Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and result in isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates could exceed 1 inch per hour. Locally higher snowfall amounts possible. Blowing and drifting of snow, and whiteout conditions possible.
INSTRUCTION: If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
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Weather Topic: What is Freezing Rain?
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Freezing rain is a condition where precipitation which has fallen in the form of
water droplets reaches temperatures which are below freezing and freezes upon
coming into contact
with surface objects. The result of this precipitation is a glaze of ice which
can be damaging to plants and man-made structures. A severe onset of freezing
rain which results in a very thick glaze of ice is known as an ice storm.
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Weather Topic: What is Hail?
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Hail is a form of precipitation which is recognized by large solid balls or
clumps of ice. Hail is created by thunderstorm clouds with strong updrafts of wind.
As the hailstones remain in the updraft, ice is deposited onto them until their
weight becomes heavy enough for them to fall to the earth's surface.
Hail storms can cause significant damage to crops, aircrafts, and man-made structures,
despite the fact that the duration is usually less than ten minutes.
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