The "considered" amount of snowfall depends on your opinion, but I like to think of them like this:
SECS = Significant (4-8")
MECS = Major (8-16")
HECS = Historic (16-24")
BECS = Biblical (24+")
FOLKS happens when a model run produces lots of snow, usually 12+".
The N/W crew hasn't done nearly as well as DC and S/E. If we do get the PSU storm as long as I'm all wintry precip then I'll take 6" for the N/W crew to get 12".
going to investigate what this white powdery stuff is thats falling out of the sky by taking something called a jebwalk. i will report my findings when i come back.
man, i feel bad for the northern folks.... sharp cutoff.
on the other hand, however, i'm on track for 7", as the kuchera on the 3k NAM is exactly what I have. DC is getting pummeled.