Full Notification

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern St. Joseph IN, Elkhart, and Lagrange Counties.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 1 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Blowing and drifting snow as well as low visibilities can also be expected.

* AFFECTED AREAS: ELKHART ... LAGRANGE ... EASTERN ST. JOSEPH

Instructions:

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions.