The ongoing lake-effect snowstorm across the Eastern Great Lakes has resulted in unprecedented snowfall, leading to significant road closures and the imposition of travel bans to ensure public safety.
Interstate 90 remained closed in both directions in Erie County, Pennsylvania, where local areas reported over 43 inches of snow since the storm began, highlighting the storm's severity.
New York State DOT officials reported that over 100 vehicles had to be towed from Route 5 to keep it open for essential travel, underscoring the impact of the storm on transportation.
Weather expert Brandon Copic described the situation as chaotic, stating that many drivers were stranded due to poor decision-making in trying to navigate closed roads, further complicating rescue operations.
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