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Lake Effect Snow Warning
Issued: 8:04 AM Nov. 27, 2025 – National Weather Service
...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 20 inches. The highest snowfall totals of over 1 foot is expected south of I-90 in Erie County and across the northern tier of Crawford County. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Crawford, Northern Erie, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions with 1/4 SM visibility or lower are expected at times and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. The hazardous conditions will impact Thanksgiving holiday travel. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy lake effect snow over Lake Erie has begun to push inland, impacting portions of Erie County. This band will continue to push south, increasing in intensity today through tonight with peak snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour possible at times. This will result in snow quickly accumulating on surfaces and rapidly changing visibilities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road 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. &&
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