Sometimes strong winds pick up snow that has already fallen, creating a ground blizzard. Officially, the National Weather Service defines a blizzard as a storm which contains large …

Definitions of Weather Watch, Warnings and Advisories. Hazardous Weather Outlook. The Hazardous Weather Outlook will describe potential hazardous weather and hydrologic …

Blizzard Warnings are issued for frequent gusts greater than or equal to 35 mph accompanied by falling and/or blowing snow, frequently reducing visibility to less than 1/4 mile for three hours …

Blizzard (abbrev. BLZD)- A blizzard means that the following conditions are expected to prevail for a period of 3 hours or longer: Sustained wind or frequent gusts to 35 miles an hour or greater; …

This map is the official NWS snowfall forecast in inches during the time period shown on the graphic. This snowfall amount is determined by NWS forecasters to be the most likely …

Ground Blizzard: Potential impact from snow on the ground combined with wind. For a users guide and more information about the WSSI, please select from the dropdown menu below. To …

The typical ground blizzard occurs when an Arctic cold front moves through the region, causing temperatures to drop and winds to increase quite rapidly, often reaching gusts of 50 to 60 …

Blizzard: Blowing and/or falling snow with winds of at least 35 mph, reducing visibilities to a quarter of a mile or less for at least three hours. Winds lofting the current snow pack and …

Blizzard event is imminent or expected in the next 12 to 36 hours. Sustained wind or frequent gusts greater than or equal to 35 mph will accompany falling and/or blowing snow to frequently …

Nov 8, 2024 · A blizzard is a combination of snow and strong winds lasting for at least several hours. It's dangerous because it limits visibility and blow snow into drifts that can trap your …