Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 16 at 6:26PM EDT until March 18 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 3:26pm
Expires:
March 17, 2026 - 1:30am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow expected. Widespread snow this evening transitioning
to lake effect snow late tonight through Tuesday night. Total snow
accumulations between 3 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40
mph.
* WHERE...Crawford and Northern Erie Counties.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous starting this evening. Lake
effect snow bands will bring periods of reduced visibility and
snow covered roads. The hazardous conditions could impact the
Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes. Gusty winds could
bring down tree branches.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and Pennsylvania
Turnpike Commission strongly encourage motorists to heed all travel
restrictions and delay unnecessary travel. Visit www.511pa.com for
the latest travel, roadway, and traffic conditions.
During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally
heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can
also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather,
visibility, and road conditions.
Area Description:
Northern Erie; Crawford
Forcast Office:
NWS Cleveland OH