The evolving model and
forecaster perspective (cont.)
Day 2 (Sat, Mar 3)
Major increase in model forecast consistency
Model development of the storm slowed
HPC – high confidence for possible blizzard conditions in
mid-Atlantic and the Northeast
HPC – decreased likelihood of major snow event for DC to NY
NOAA press conference
Day 1 (Sun, Mar 4)
Good model agreement
Storm forms off the coast of North Carolina