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Lake-effect Snow and Whiteout Conditions in the Great Lakes Region; Below-average Temperatures in the East

Heavy lake-effect and lake-enhanced snow will persist downwind of the Great Lakes and produce some whiteout conditions that could cause difficult travel conditions. A coastal low will produce moderate to heavy snow over parts of southern and eastern New England into the afternoon. Below average temperatures are expected across the eastern U.S., particularly with chilly morning temperatures. Read More >

The 1-800-247-0212 phone line into the National Weather Service Office in Bismarck, ND, is out of service. We expect the line to be returned to service sometime Wednesday afternoon, May 19, 2021. If you need to contact the NWS call 1-701-223-4582.