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December 10, 2025

1. Clipper Brings Snow and Gusty Winds, Lake Effect Expected in Finger Lakes Region: A fast-moving clipper system is bringing snow and gusty winds to the Finger Lakes, Central and Western New York, and the Southern Tier. Precipitation is expected to start as snow, change to a wintry mix at lower elevations, and then shift back to snow as temperatures drop. Lake effect snow bands could continue into Thursday and Friday, following a significant temperature decrease and strengthening winds. Several counties are under ongoing winter storm alerts. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 10)

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November 22, 2025

1. Hobart and William Smith Alumni Advance Study of Lake-Effect Snow Mechanisms: A group of Hobart and William Smith Colleges alumni, alongside faculty, have identified new atmospheric influences on lake-effect snow over Lake Ontario. Their research found that subtle jet stream disturbances, known as short-wave troughs, can significantly alter the formation and movement of snow bands common to the Great Lakes region. The findings, recently published in a leading meteorology journal, could enhance winter weather forecasting and help improve regional road safety. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 22)

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