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By Patrick Kernan pkernan@timesleader.com
John Walski snow blows the lot at the Westmoreland Club in Wilkes-Barre during a 2017 winter storm. We’re bracing for another big one, but as always forecasted snowfall totals vary.
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You’ve almost certainly heard people talking about the snow that we’re expected to be getting this week. But just how much are we getting?
If the current predictions hold true, it seems like we’re going to get walloped, starting Wednesday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, a winter storm warning goes into effect at 1 p.m. Wednesday and will remain in effect until 10 a.m. Thursday. The warning has been issued for Luzerne and Lackawanna counties, along with Pike and Wyoming counties and the southern part of Wayne County.
Hereâs everything you need to know.
Snowfall accumulations: 12 to 18 inches
Temperatures: Wednesdayâs high is 31 degrees and the overnight low is 22 degrees.
Wind: East to northeast winds at 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph may cause blowing snow and isolated power outages.
To report a power outage: PPL customers can text âoutageâ to âTXTPPLâ and UGI customers can call 800-276-2722.
Safe practices: Clear snow or ice accumulation from the outside vents of your appliances to prevent a build-up of carbon monoxide in your home, UGI spokesman Joseph Swope said.
Snow should be cleared around natural gas meters to provide a path for professionals who may require access.