Although the daffodils and crocus are flowering, and buds are on the trees, it is still winter. Be prepared for late winter storms bringind snow and freezing conditions.
Reminder of Spring
As I woke up to a warm, sunny morning in the Northwest, seeing the daffodils and crocus outside, I was reminded of the coming spring. Yet, spring is still a month away, meaning cold, wet weather could happen at anytime.
Northeast Winter Storm
Take the Northeast snowstorm happening today as a reminder that it is still winter. This major winter storm has closed roads, slowed commutes and delayed flights at the major airports in the region. 6 to 0 inches of snow for New York City and more in the surrounding areas is forecasted for today. The National Weather Service is calling the storm “the most significant storm of the season for New York City.” Many children got a snow day, and business goes on as usual for most of the area.
Climate data shows that snowstorms in March are not unusual for most of the country. The "Storm of the Century" occurred in March of 1993, bringing record cold temperatures and heavy snowfall. Although spring may feel like it’s right around the corner, with flowers popping out of the ground and buds on trees, beware of winter weather that is still to come.
