Snow Squalls & Freezes: Nationwide Weather Woes

The Great Lakes region anticipates 1-2 feet of lake-effect snow, posing travel challenges.

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The National Weather Service warns of "difficult to impossible" travel due to snow intensity.

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Peak snowfall is expected from Monday afternoon to Tuesday morning.

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Northern Michigan, northwestern Pennsylvania, and northern New York are primary snowfall targets.

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Lake-effect snow remains south of the Buffalo metro area.

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Lake-effect snow develops when cold air passes over a mild lake, forming narrow cloud bands.

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Snow squalls away from the lakes could impact highways, posing dangerous conditions.

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Squalls akin to intense rain showers can reduce visibility and cause accidents.

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Below-average temperatures across the nation, with highs 10-20 degrees below average.

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Unusually cold weather in the West, with California facing freeze warnings.

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