Western New York will brace for a powerful winter storm during Thanksgiving Week

The series of warm weather and free from snow that has celebrated Samhain in the west new york that could end just as millions of people plan to travel over the Thanksgiving Dayone of the the most important holiday in the United States. According to the weather forecast, there is a so-called classic atmospheric pattern “polar cross current” air arctic channel from northwest of Canada to him northeast of the country, bringing with it a great reduction in temperature and possible winter storms.

Until November 22, Buffalo recorded an average of 9°C, making it the warmest November since records began in 1873. In addition, the city had not received a single snowfall to that date, marking the beginning of start the snow season in the region since data began to be recorded in the 1880s, according to data from ABC News.

The combination of unusually high temperatures and lack of snow has been particularly notable in the Los Angeles area. Great Lakeswhere the water is Lake Erie at 11 °C, a value only recorded one other time for this time of year: 1931. Curiously, the winter 1931-1932 characterized by heavy snowfall, accumulating a total of 1.89 meters in Buffalo.

Snow-covered roads and reduced visibility could be in store for travelers in the Northeast after the Thanksgiving holiday. (Reuters/Robert Kirkham)

However, weather experts warn that these conditions will not last much longer. “We are experiencing an exceptionally warm November, but things are about to change,” said Dr Climate Prediction Center of the National Weather Service in your account X.

Meteorological models indicate that the polar cross current that allows a mass of cold air to move towards the the northern plains of the United Stateslater expanding to northeast and affecting sectors such as Buffalo and the Great Lakes in the days after Thanksgiving Day. This pattern of arctic winds could strengthen the so-called phenomenon “Lake Effect Snow”in which the warm waters of the Lake Erie They feed local storms with large accumulations of snow.

In this context, it is expected that the northeast face “some weather shenanigans,” according to experts, which translates into being possible winter storms which could make road and air travel difficult. Just as millions of Americans plan their trips to reunite with family and friends, winter conditions could cause major road delays and hazards.

he is Thanksgiving Day is one of the The busiest holiday in the United Stateswith more than 55 million people traveling in 2023, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA). Of this total number, approximately 49 million choose to travel by car, while another 4.7 million travel by plane.

Airports in the northeastern US may experience cancellations and delays due to winter storms expected for the week of Thanksgiving. (Reuters/Robert Kirkham)

Although the days leading up to the holidays are often chaotic, this year it could be even more complicated due to the expected bad weather. Passengers passing by northeast and the area of Great Lakes They may encounter snow-covered roads, reduced visibility and strong winds, increasing the risk of accidents and delays.

The airports in Buffalo and the surrounding areas may also experience disruptions, as well as the cancellation or rescheduling of flights due to snow storms and low temperature. Meteorologists are urging travelers to get information on weather updates and consider changing their plans to avoid the worst conditions.

With an official start meteorological winter On December 1, residents of Buffalo and other towns northeast they are asked to prepare for the coming winter. This includes confirming that your vehicles are equipped with snow tiresstock up on basic items such as food and flashlights, and protect their homes from subzero temperature.

In addition, local authorities recommend placing the Christmas decorations as soon as possible so you don’t do it in the middle of a snow storm or cold temperatures. “This is the perfect time to bring it out winter clothes and make sure we are ready for what’s coming,” said a local meteorologist.