Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued December 20 at 3:35PM CST by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 20, 2024 - 1:35pm
Expires:
December 20, 2024 - 7:00pm
Description:
A band of lake effect snow is expected to move inland across
northwest Indiana this evening and continue overnight, resulting
in hazardous travel due to accumulating snow and sharply reduced
visibility. Snowfall rates may approach 1 to 2 inches per hour at
times this evening with total accumulations of 2 to 4 inches
possible across portions of Lake and Porter Counties in Indiana by
Saturday morning. Motorists should prepare for extra time, leave
extra distance between cars, and travel at appropriate speeds.
Area Description:
Lake; Porter
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL