A mid-May snow forecast may seem far-fetched, even with evidence to support it, however if there’s one thing 2020 should have taught us by now it is to expect the unexpected.
Allentown
Forecast for Up to .25 Inch of Ice Prompts Winter Weather Advisory
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Tuesday’s spring-like weather seemed to confirm what Punxsutawney Phil predicted Sunday, with highs reaching nearly 60 degrees in places. The National Weather Service, however, is attempting to throw a wet blanket on their furry rival’s prognostication with a forecast that calls for an abrupt return to winter.
Arctic Oscillation
Where are Winter’s Cold, Snow and Why are They Missing?
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It’s almost the end of January, and you may be asking yourself, “where is winter?” Tony Luchini of Lehigh Valley Weather Authority has insight into what atmospheric conditions have caused Old Man Winter to go missing, and tells us when–or if–he’s likely to return this year.
Community
Up to 5 Inches of Snow Possible Saturday, Forecasters Say
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Schools and many businesses will be closed, but if you have travel plans for Saturday you should be aware that driving could be a bit dicey due to winter weather that’s forecast for our area, including up to 5 inches of snow.
Allentown
Winter Storm Could Bring Snow, Sleet, Ice to Area Saturday
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Although it’s mid-January, the Lehigh Valley area has not yet been hit with a significant winter storm this season. That could change this weekend, however.
Community
1 to 3 Inches of Snow Followed by Ice Possible Overnight into Tuesday
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Monday’s dreary weather very well may have been the proverbial calm before a nuisance-type winter storm arrives in Saucon Valley.
Community
Fountain Hill Fire Dept. Seeks to Raise Awareness of Fire Hydrants
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The fire department recently launched an “adopt-a-hydrant” program in which it is asking residents with fire hydrants adjacent to their properties to clear a three-foot radius of snow around each hydrant, in order to help maintain access to them.
Community
Heavy Snow Now Expected Monday, Along With Difficult Travel
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The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning that includes Bucks, Northampton and Lehigh counties for 4 a.m. Monday to 1 a.m. Tuesday, when it says heavy snow is now expected, with totals of 6 to 9 inches and locally higher amounts possible.
Community
Hellertonians Want to Know: ‘How Much Snow Are We Getting?’
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How much, how long and how far this way or that way? A frequent topic of conversation around Hellertown Saturday was the weather forecast for Sunday and Monday, when winter weather is supposed to affect the area for the first time this season.
Business
Santa, Reindeer Are Star Attractions at Light Up Night (Photos)
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Although he arrived at Light Up Night on a decorated vintage fire truck, Santa easily could have commandeered Dasher and Blitzen for an escort, since they were also guests at Hellertown’s festive kickoff to the holiday season Friday.
Business
Winter Storm Watch Issued for Possible ‘Long Duration Winter Storm’
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Just when you thought the weather was quieting down, Old Man Winter is preparing to rear his white and wizened head later this weekend, when forecasters say he could wallop our area with snow and ice.
