Given the forecasts, this weekend's storm is poised to break a long streak of days without a significant snowstorm. Last winter's statewide snow total was just 3 inches which was 17.2 inches below normal and the second-lowest figure on record.
North Jersey residents are bracing for a significant snowfall this weekend
Residents in areas of higher elevation should be prepared for heavy wet snow from the weight which may present a greater risk of downed trees and power lines
The NY NJ PA Weather account mirrors much of the NWS report. Areas northwest of I-95 corridor should expect periods of moderate to heavy snowfall on Sunday, it said while eastern region will see snow sleet and rain along with windy conditions.
Weather experts predict up to 10 inches in some areas from the season's initial winter storm
North Jersey residents are bracing for a significant snowfall this weekend, with weather experts predicting up to 10 inches in some areas from the season's initial winter storm. The precipitation is expected to last from Saturday evening through Sunday and those coastal towns may get an inch or two of total accumulation, while other inland regions will get 2 to 5 inches throughout the weekend. However, Ramsey said that once you get into the hills of New Jersey, we're talking 6 to 10 inches possibly. Residents in areas of higher elevation should also be prepared for heavy wet snow from the weight which may present a greater risk of downed trees and power lines.
The weekend storm is also expected to bring high winds with gusts of 35 to 40 mph along the coast, and there is potential for minor flooding in the area through Sunday morning. The NY NJ PA Weather account mirrors much of the NWS report. Areas northwest of I-95 corridor should expect periods of moderate to heavy snowfall on Sunday, it said while eastern region will see snow sleet and rain along with windy conditions.
Given the forecasts, this weekend's storm is poised to break a long streak of days without a significant snowstorm. Last winter's statewide snow total was just 3 inches which was 17.2 inches below normal and the second-lowest figure on record.
Some parts of New Jersey and the Lehigh Valley/Pocono mountains could get up to seven inches of snow this weekend.
Parts of Sussex County, particularly Wantage, and the Poconos could see between six and eight inches of snow.
The Allentown/Reading areas could see between three and four inches; areas around Morristown, Flemington, and Trenton could see up to two inches; while the Paramus, Newark, and Hoboken areas will likely only get an inch or two.
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title suggests that snow will fall throughout New Jersey when only parts of it are expected to see snowfall. Secondly, the author uses sensationalism by stating 'up to seven inches' instead of giving a more accurate range or probability. Thirdly, there is no mention of any other weather conditions such as wind speed which could affect the amount and intensity of snowfall.
The title suggests that snow will fall throughout New Jersey when only parts of it are expected to see snowfall.
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The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by citing the National Weather Service as a source for the forecast map and information about snowfall amounts. However, this does not necessarily mean that their predictions are accurate or reliable.
New forecast maps in this weekend's storm show up to seven inches of snow are expected in some parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
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The article contains a statement that some parts of New Jersey and the Lehigh Valley/Pocono mountains could get up to seven inches of snow this weekend. This is an example of religious bias as it implies that these areas are more likely to experience heavy snowfall due to their proximity to mountain ranges.
Some parts of Sussex County, particularly Wantage, and the Poconos could see between six and eight inches of snow.
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Cecilia Levine has a conflict of interest on the topic of snowfall in New Jersey as she is reporting for Daily Voice which covers multiple counties and cities across the state. The article mentions several locations including Sussex County, Wantage, Allentown/Reading areas and National Weather Service's Mount Holly office.
Cecilia Levine is reporting for Daily Voice which covers multiple counties and cities across the state, including those affected by the snowstorm.
The article reports on snowfall in New Jersey with a focus on various locations such as Sussex County and Wantage.
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The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of snowfall in New Jersey as they are reporting for Daily Voice which is based in Union County and may have financial ties to companies that provide services related to snow removal or winter preparation.
Daily Voice is based in Union County, NJ
The article reports on the potential impact of snowfall on New Jersey residents, including those living in Sussex County where Daily Voice has a presence.
The upcoming weekend will bring heavy snow to cities in eastern and downstate New York, Pennsylvania, and New England.
Saturday starts off dry but cloudy. Light snow will move in from south to north Saturday afternoon.
We'll likely see a few hours of steady light snow Saturday evening before tapering overnight.
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Some parts of New Jersey and the Lehigh Valley/Pocono mountains could get up to seven inches of snow this weekend.
North Jersey residents will likely experience the first significant snowfall in quite some time this weekend.
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title implies that there will be no snowfall on Friday when it actually mentions a mix of clouds and sun with seasonally chilly temperatures. Secondly, the author uses sensationalism by stating that this Nor'easter developing this weekend will bring heavy snow to cities in eastern and downstate New York, Pennsylvania, and New England. However, there is no mention of any other regions experiencing heavy snowfall except for those mentioned above. Thirdly, the article implies that everyone will get a fresh coating as the sun goes down on Saturday when it actually mentions light snow moving in from south to north Saturday afternoon but does not state if everyone will receive a fresh coating or not.
The author uses sensationalism by stating that this Nor'easter developing this weekend will bring heavy snow to cities in eastern and downstate New York, Pennsylvania, and New England. However, there is no mention of any other regions experiencing heavy snowfall except for those mentioned above.
The title implies there will be no snowfall on Friday, however the article states that there is a mix of clouds and sun with seasonally chilly temperatures.
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The article contains several informal fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that the forecast may change as they get closer to the event without providing any evidence or expert opinion on why this might be. Additionally, there are a few instances of inflammatory rhetoric used in describing the weather conditions such as 'heavy snow' and 'general one to three inches of accumulation'. The author also uses dichotomous depiction by stating that the steadiest and heaviest snow will fall east of Rochester while it moves out quickly west towards Buffalo, without providing any evidence or expert opinion on why this might be. Finally, there is an example of a false dilemma where the article presents only two options for weather conditions in western New York (snow or rain) when in reality there may be other possibilities.
The forecast may change as we get a little closer to the event
heavy snow
general one to three inches of accumulation near Rochester, as much as six inches well east in the Finger Lakes, and just an inch or so near Buffalo.
The steadiest and heaviest snow will fall east of Rochester while it moves out quickly west towards Buffalo.
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The article contains a mix of religious and ideological bias. The author uses language that depicts one side as extreme or unreasonable.
A well-advertised Nor’easter developing this weekend will bring heavy snow to cities in eastern and downstate New York, Pennsylvania, and New England,
The precipitation is expected to last from Saturday evening through Sunday and those coastal towns may get an inch or two of total accumulation, while other inland regions will get 2 to 5 inches throughout the weekend.
In western New Jersey, precipitation will fall initially as snow but may change to a wintry mix of sleet and rain on Saturday evening.
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Parts of Sussex County, particularly Wantage, and the Poconos could see between six and eight inches of snow.
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author does not disclose any sources for their information. Secondly, they make a statement that contradicts themselves when they say 'Residents in areas of higher elevation should also be prepared for heavy wet snow' and then later state that some coastal towns may get an inch or two of total accumulation with other inland regions getting 2 to 5 inches throughout the weekend. This is clearly not possible as those coastal towns are at a lower elevation than the inland regions. Thirdly, they make a statement about heavy wet snow but do not provide any information on what makes it heavy or wet.
The author does not disclose any sources for their information.
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The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by citing the National Weather Service (NWS) and a forecast from the NY NJ PA Weather account without providing any context or criticism of their predictions. Additionally, the author presents dichotomous depictions of snowfall amounts in different regions, stating that some areas will get 6-10 inches while others will only get an inch or two. This is not a clear and concise description of the situation and can be misleading to readers.
The author cites the National Weather Service (NWS) without providing any context or criticism of their predictions, using it as an appeal to authority: 'Residents in areas of higher elevation should also be prepared for heavy, wet snow,' said Ramsey. This is not a clear and concise description of the situation and can be misleading to readers.
The author presents dichotomous depictions of snowfall amounts in different regions, stating that some areas will get 6-10 inches while others will only get an inch or two: 'When you get into the hills of New Jersey, we're talking 6 to 10 inches possibly.' This is not a clear and concise description of the situation and can be misleading to readers.
The author uses inflammatory rhetoric by stating that some areas will see snow for the duration of the storm while near the coast, snow will transition to rain around midnight Sunday before changing back later in the day. This is not a clear and concise description of the situation and can be misleading to readers.
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The article contains multiple examples of bias. The author uses language that dehumanizes white supremacists and portrays them as extreme or unreasonable.
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