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Tracking Two Storms Impacting the Northern U.S. Through Thanksgiving and into This Weekend

Heavy lake effect snow, gusty winds, and localized blizzard conditions will persist through Thanksgiving near and downwind of the Great Lakes. Rain and mountain snow are forecast for the Pacific Northwest. Confidence is increasing for another winter storm to develop over the northern and central Rockies Friday and track across the central Plains through the Midwest and Great Lakes this weekend. Read More >

Graphical HWO - Activation Necessity

This graphic specifies whether activation of storm spotters and emergency management personnel will be necessary during the period. It is designed to match the last statement in the standard text hazardous weather outlook product.

Activation Necessity
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Activation of storm spotters and EMA's is...
...not anticipated.
...possible.
...likely.
...requested or ongoing.