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Lake Effect Snow through Saturday: A Series of Storms Impact the West

Lake effect snow showers will continue through Saturday downwind of Lakes Erie, Ontario and the eastern portion of Lake Superior. A series of storm systems will continue to impact California and the Pacific Northwest through the weekend and into next week, bringing widespread rainfall, mountain snowfall, and gusty winds. Coastal flooding is expected in northern California. Read More >

Quiet conditions are expected for the weekend, with temperatures gradually warming into early next week. Highs return to the 40s and lower 50s by Monday. Cloud cover will be off-and-on for the next few days, with dry conditions expected.
Fluctuations of temperature has led to ice on the Rock River breaking up and then jamming near Moline. This is leading to flooding along the Rock River. Localized, rapid river rises may occur as well.