Severe Winter Storm Hits Upstate New York, Chicago

Oswego County, New York, experienced severe lake-effect snow on February 17, leading to whiteout conditions and snowfall accumulations between 10 to 18 inches, as reported by the National Weather Service. Wind gusts reached up to 40 mph, prompting warnings that remain in effect until early Wednesday morning. Central New York is also under an advisory for extreme wind chills, expected to drop as low as -20 degrees, with additional snowfall predicted. A multi-day storm has already delivered multiple feet of snow, with the potential for 2 to 3 more feet in the coming days. Meanwhile, Chicago is facing dangerously cold weather, with similar wind chills and sub-zero temperatures expected throughout the week. Residents are advised to take precautions against frostbite and to prepare for hazardous travel conditions due to the ongoing winter storm.