WEATHER UPDATE: A coastal storm is set to hit the region starting Saturday morning into Sunday, forecast to drop up as much as 5 to 6 inches of snow on Long Island, the National Weather Service said.

More: http://bit.ly/1gvwYm2

Beginning of Winter Storm Electra

Full Story/Analysis: http://www.weather.com/news/weather-winter/winter-storm-electra-forecast-20131211

Radar source: +Intellicast .com 

Thanks very much to the frogs for creating 2 L8 portals accessible from my desk at work. Getting 8 hacks a day with lots of L8 stuff. When the weather gets a bit better I can go out on an extended smash and grab!

Big snowstorm on the way: Winter storm advisories, watches issued. Details via our partners at +The Weather Channel:  http://nbcnews.to/JmpmV0

Wow, I checked the weather there 6 Celsius and light rain, so it's probably true. #Cairo   #Snow
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Can you guess the coldest place on each continent? See which countries make the list at:

http://www.wunderground.com/news/coldest-temperatures-seven-continents-20131211?cm_ven=gp

(Photo credit: Bolot Bochkarev)

#weather   #extremes   #weatherextremes   #wunderground  

Sunken over time. Here's a look at five locations that have seen severe flooding over the years:

http://www.wunderground.com/news/five-submerged-towers-20131211?cm_ven=gp

#flooding   #weather   #wunderground  

Winter Weather Advisory in effect for Friday afternoon into Saturday morning.  I'll chat live about timing and snowfall amounts and take your questions.

Its the pros they should be ready cold weather or not.

A sizzling sunset in Lebanon, Wisconsin (even though it was only 8°F outside). Photo taken by YouKnowWho:

http://www.wunderground.com/wximage/YouKnowWho/1103?&cm_ven=gp

#sunsets   #weather   #wisconsin   #wunderground   #wunderphoto  

Finally a +The Weather Channel  winter storm name we call all get behind! :-) #Electra  

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Winter brings snow to Cairo

Egypt is currently experiencing a cold snap, with night temperatures dropping as low as 2°C / 36°F

Read more http://english.ahram.org.eg/News/89025.aspx

Your 7DAY starts with a comparatively quiet Friday before snow develops this evening. Snow is the #1 story tomorrow and may be heavy at times. Lake effect adds additional accumulations Sunday. Another system is dusting us with snow Monday. But, drier weather finally takes shape by the middle of next week. Early wishes for a great Friday and weekend!

Weather on the water.

With chilly winter weather upon us, it's important to know how to stay safe. Here's a guide on what to do if you're stranded in subzero temperatures:

http://www.wunderground.com/news/survive-subzero-temperatures-stranding-20131212?cm_ven=gp

#winter   #weather   #wunderground   #wintersafety  

It's a little chilly today but at least the weather forecast isn't calling for more rain.

A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect for most of the Tri-State from 9pm Friday to 7pm Saturday. This is only for snow accumulations; no ice is expected with this event!