NWS issues lake-effect warning, advisory

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Story Created: Nov 20, 2008 at 10:09 AM EDT

Story Updated: Nov 20, 2008 at 10:35 AM EDT

The National Weather Service has issued a lake-effect snow warning for St. Joseph, LaPorte and Berrien counties from 10 a.m. Thursday to 1 p.m. Friday.

According to the NWS, snow showers are expected to develop Thursday morning and become heavier in the evening. A strong band of snow is expected to develop in Berrien, St. Joseph and eastern LaPorte counties, where totals could exceed eight inches.

In addition to the snowfall, strong northwest winds could cause blowing and drifting of the snow in some areas.

Lesser accumulations are expected in Starke, Marshall, Elkhart, and Kosciusko counties, where a lake-effect snow advisory for up to five inches of snow is in effect.

For the full forecast including StormTracker radar, click here.

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