GREAT LAKES STORM BLAST SMASHES ALL-TIME RECORDS!
A powerful winter storm is bringing a massive amount of snow and freezing rain to the Great Lakes region, and it’s making history. The storm system, which has been making its way across the country, has already shattered all-time snowfall records in many areas.
The hardest-hit area appears to be Lake Erie, which has seen over 50 inches of snow so far, with up to 60 inches reported in some spots. This shatters the previous record of 40 inches set back in 1993.
But it’s not just Lake Erie. Lake Michigan has seen a whopping 44 inches, over 20 inches above the previous record, while Lake Superior has seen 36 inches, also well above its previous record.
The storm has brought significant disruptions to daily life, with thousands of flights grounded, thousands of people left without power, and schools and businesses forced to close. Emergency responders have been working overtime to help people stranded and to restore power.
The storm is expected to continue through the weekend, with temperatures expected to drop even further, bringing with it even more snow and freezing rain. The National Weather Service is warning of treacherous travel conditions and advising people to stay indoors and avoid non-essential travel.
The Great Lakes region is no stranger to severe weather, but this storm is truly out of the ordinary. With multiple records broken and more snow on the way, it’s clear that this is a winter storm for the ages.