Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog, predicted six more weeks of winter after seeing his shadow. Meteorologist Ryan Maue warned that another period of extreme cold could affect parts of the Lower 48 states by mid-February, suggesting a possible climate emergency due to extreme cold and snow. Weather models indicate that average temperatures may drop significantly, potentially matching the lows seen during a recent cold snap.
Private weather forecasts from BAMWX also support this prediction, highlighting similarities to years with severe winter weather. The forecast established a possibility of a significant deformation and split of the Polar Vortex, leading to increased snow risks for areas including the Ohio Valley, Central Appalachians, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast regions. Upcoming forecasts indicate at least two possible snowstorm windows in the eastern and central US, although changes in predictions can occur as the events approach.
Despite the cold temperatures experienced, which reached historical lows in mid-January, temperatures are expected to rise later in February. Meanwhile, discussions concerning global warming have diminished as numerous cold weather records have been set across the country, including a blizzard in New Orleans.
https://www.zerohedge.com/weather/another-polar-vortex-may-penetrate-deep-lower-48-mid-month
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