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January 28, 29, 30 & 31 - 2004, 86" snow in 72 hours Mexico, NY

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Lake Effect Snow Explained
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The Central New York Area is on the Eastern Shore of Lake Ontario.   Because of its location the area experiences vast amounts of snowfall know as Lake Effect Snow.  It is not uncommon to receive 2 feet of snow or more during a single storm.

Palermo NY, Snow Chart

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Palermo, NY 1995-1996 season 
505" of snowfall!


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