Parts of western Pennsylvania are seeing a full-fledged lake-effect snowstorm, while central Pennsylvania is experiencing chilly but clear conditions.
The National Weather Service predicts that by the end of the weekend, Erie could have more than 4 feet of snow.
Until 10 a.m. on Saturday, Erie and Crawford counties, along with parts of New York and Ohio, are under a lake-effect snow warning.
The National Weather Service (NWS) predicts that by Saturday morning, there will be almost 30 inches of snow, falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour.
Many of the big events planned for the post-holiday shopping weekend were delayed as a result of the Black Friday snowstorm that pummeled Erie, which also prompted major highways, public transportation, and libraries to close.
Road conditions in the area can change quickly due to lake-effect snow, so anyone planning a trip is advised to postpone it.
The NWS advises anyone who must drive to that area of Pennsylvania to pack a winter storm kit that includes blankets, additional clothing, a flashlight, shovel, booster cables, and tire changes.
By Monday morning, another 18 inches of snow might fall in the northwest part of the state.
According to the NWS, southwest Pennsylvania, including the Pittsburgh region, will get a light dusting through Sunday, with daily snowfall of no more than a half inch. For the entire following week, there is a forecast for further snow or a combination of snow and rain.
From the eastern highlands to Philadelphia, the travel conditions ought to be better.
Much of the region won’t see any snowfall, but it will be the coldest stretch of weather this season with daytime highs around 40 and nightly lows below freezing.
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