Lake Effect Snow Forecasting in Winter Operations

Lake Effect Snow Forecasting in Winter Operations

The Great Lakes are one of the most recognizable geographic features across the United States. Holding 21% of the world’s freshwater, their importance in the winter becomes even more relevant as we get into the colder months, thanks to a phenomenon we call lake effect snow!  These slow moving snow…
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The Importance of Freezing Drizzle in Operational Forecasting

The Importance of Freezing Drizzle in Operational Forecasting

Freezing Drizzle is one of the trickiest, yet most impactful meteorological hazards to forecast. The most common error from a forecast standpoint regarding freezing drizzle is utilizing simulated radar / ice accumulation forecasts to effectively predict impacts. In reality, it is never that simple with this challenging type of winter…
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