What is a snow squall warning? What to know about warnings, squalls, snow storms
Wintertime blasts come in many forms. Cold weather is an obvious component, but all snowy events are created equal. There’s a difference between a snow squall and a snow storm. What is a snow squall?
What is a Snow Squall?
Severe winter weather is not the most common occurrence for many areas in the Roanoke Valley and Southwest and Central Virginia. However, during the early evening of January 3, the National Weather Service in Blacksburg (NWS) issued a Snow Squall Warning for areas from Pulaski to Roanoke.
Snow Squall Warning for Millions of Americans
The NWS warned the millions living in the region that the snow squall could bring "intense bursts of heavy snow significantly reducing the visibility below a half a mile." It added that the squall would also bring winds of around 15 mph, which could "blow the snow and further reduce the visibility."
Update: Snow squall warning issued for Bedford County Friday evening
On Friday at 3:21 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a snow squall warning in effect until 4 p.m. for Cambria and Clearfield counties.
DC WEATHER: Snow Squall Warning issued around DC - what does that mean?
WASHINGTON (7News) — On Friday afternoon, a rare Snow Squall Warning was issued for areas around DC. A Snow Squall Warning is similar to a Severe Thunderstorm Warning that we would get in the summer - but with snow. TIMELINE: Wintry mix Friday, then weekend arctic blast ahead of Sunday winter storm
D.C.-area forecast: Brief snow squall possible this afternoon into evening
We need to watch for a possible afternoon snow squall, but relatively mild 40-plus readings ahead of it should limit potential. A brief snow squall among showers and flurries could impact the afternoon and evening commute,
Update: Southwest Pa. under a snow squall warning Friday evening
On Friday at 12:46 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a snow squall warning in effect until 1:30 p.m. for Lawrence and Mercer counties.
Snow squalls possible Friday into Saturday
The National Weather Service is warning about possible snow squalls Friday into Saturday which could cause hazardous travel issues.
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