Accumulation of snow can collapse buildings and knock down trees and power lines. The cost of snow removal, repairing damages, and loss of business can have large economic impacts on a community. Snow Flurries - light snow falling for short durations. No accumulation or light dusting is all that is expected. Showers - snow falling at varying intensities for brief periods of time.
Some accumulation is possible.
Squalls - brief, intense show showers accompanied by strong, gusty winds. Accumulation may be significant. Blowing Snow - wind driven snow that reduces visibility and causes significant drifting. Blizzard - winds over 35 mph with snow and blowing snow reducing visibility to near zero. Sleet Rain drops freeze into ice pellets before reaching the ground.