Hey there, travelers! Are you planning a trip over the Thanksgiving weekend? Well, get ready for some snowy surprises, especially if you're near the Great Lakes! The National Weather Service (NWS) has some news for you. They're warning about something called "lake effect snow. " This happens when cold air meets warm lake water, creating lots of snow, fast!

So, what's the big deal? Well, from Friday to Monday, areas near Lake Erie and Lake Ontario might get hit the hardest. Snow bands and showers could cause lots of snow to pile up and drift around. This could make traveling tough, especially on highways like I-90 between Cleveland and Buffalo, and I-81 north of Syracuse. NWS says traveling might be very difficult or even impossible in the worst-hit areas.

But wait, there's more! A winter storm watch is already in place for parts of New York state. The NWS says to be ready for quick changes in weather and road conditions. Snow can make it hard to see, and it might be dry just a few miles away. Isn't that weird?

You know what else is happening? A cold snap is on its way to the northern Great Plains and the Midwest. Temperatures could drop super low, like negative 40 degrees Fahrenheit in some parts of the Dakotas! Brrr! NWS says to travel with a survival kit and watch out for hypothermia and frostbite.

Oh, and did you know that snowfall warnings are already out in some western states? California, Utah, Idaho, Colorado, and Wyoming might get several feet of snow! Even with all this, a record-breaking 80 million Americans are still planning to travel over Thanksgiving. Wow!

So, what can you do? Stay updated on the weather and be prepared for anything. Happy Thanksgiving!

Get Ready for a Snowy Thanksgiving!

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