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Lake-effect Snow and Whiteout Conditions in the Great Lakes Region; Below-average Temperatures in the East

Heavy lake-effect and lake-enhanced snow will persist downwind of the Great Lakes and produce some whiteout conditions that could cause difficult travel conditions. A coastal low will produce moderate to heavy snow over parts of southern and eastern New England into the afternoon. Below average temperatures are expected across the eastern U.S., particularly with chilly morning temperatures. Read More >

Freezing conditions resulted in extensive crop damage in the Wenatchee area through the 22nd. $90 million in damages were reported to the cherry crop, and a further $15 million was reported to the pear crop. Ephrata records a temperature of 21 degrees, the coldest April temperature recorded at the airport.