Fair 47°
Tag:

Midwest

Weather
Major Multi-Threat Storm Brewing For East Coast Could Combine With Separate System Major Multi-Threat Storm Brewing For East Coast Could Combine With Separate System
Major Multi-Threat Storm Brewing For East Coast Could Combine With Separate System A major multi-threat storm originating in the Midwest is expected have a variety of impacts on the East Coast which could threaten travel at the start of Thanksgiving week. Meanwhile, a separate system that could get a boost from Tropical Storm Sara may arrive around the same time. The system will bring areas of snow and strong winds over the Great Lakes region next week, according to AccuWeather.com. Rainfall from the storm and a cold front are expected to arrive on the East Coast on Wednesday night, November 20.  "The more obvious conditions from the storm, depending on its in…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
News
Massive System Will Bring New Rounds Of Severe Storms, Possible Tornadoes: Here's Timing Massive System Will Bring New Rounds Of Severe Storms, Possible Tornadoes: Here's Timing
Massive System Will Bring New Rounds Of Severe Storms, Possible Tornadoes: Here's Timing A massive system stretching from the Midwest to the East will bring separate rounds of severe thunderstorms to the region amid high heat and humidity. According to the National Weather Service, the primary threats are locally damaging wind gusts that can down trees and power lines, along with heavy rainfall.  A few tornadoes are also possible, along with small hail. The first image above from AccuWeather.com shows areas in orange where severe storms are possible on Tuesday, July 16. The timing for the storms is from around 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday. More severe weather is on trac…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Here's How Much Rainfall Beryl Will Bring To Northeast, When To Expect It Here's How Much Rainfall Beryl Will Bring To Northeast, When To Expect It
Here's How Much Rainfall Beryl Will Bring To Northeast, When To Expect It Beryl, now a tropical depression a day after becoming the first hurricane to make landfall in the US in 2024, will bring heavy rainfall to much of the Northeast. Beryl was downgraded to a tropical storm late Monday morning, July 8, after it landed along the Texas coast as a Category 1 hurricane just before daybreak. "Beryl's effects will be felt far beyond the Lone Star State this week as the storm will race north and east through the Midwest and then the Northeast, bringing heavy rain and a continued risk for a few tornadoes," according to AccuWeather.com. Later on Tuesday, July 9, Beryl …

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Christmas Eve Day Forecast Changes: Here's When These Parts Of NY Could See Snow Christmas Eve Day Forecast Changes: Here's When These Parts Of NY Could See Snow
Christmas Eve Day Forecast Changes: Here's When These Parts Of NY Could See Snow While the chances for a White Christmas remain unchanged, there's a new wrinkle in the outlook for Christmas Eve Day. Click here for a new, updated story: Surprise Pre-Christmas System Will Bring Mix Of Rain, Sleet, Snow To Northeast Earlier long-range forecasts called for dry conditions in the days before Monday, Dec. 25. But now, there's a window for a chance of showers for most of the Northeast starting shortly after midnight on Sunday, Dec. 24, and continuing into the early afternoon on Christmas Eve Day, which will be mostly cloudy with a high temperature in the mid-40s. But overni…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
News
COVID-19: 'We're Going Back Up Again,' CDC Director Says Amid Post-Thanksgiving Increases COVID-19: 'We're Going Back Up Again,' CDC Director Says Amid Post-Thanksgiving Increases
Covid-19: 'We're Going Back Up Again,' CDC Director Says Amid Post-Thanksgiving Increases Key metrics in weekly data indicate the first major nationwide COVID-19 uptick in months following the Thanksgiving holiday. Speaking at a Congressional hearing on Thursday, Nov. 30, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Dr. Mandy Cohen said: "We are going back up again, which we expected after a lot of travel and gathering at Thanksgiving." Nationwide, in the latest data for the week ending Saturday, Nov. 25, there was a 10.6 percent increase in emergency room visits and 10 percent increase in hospitalizations. In addition, the test positivity rate went up 1.2 perc…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
First Heat Wave Of Summer Set To Scorch Region: Here's How Long It Will Last First Heat Wave Of Summer Set To Scorch Region: Here's How Long It Will Last
First Heat Wave Of Summer Set To Scorch Region: Here's How Long It Will Last Dangerous extreme heat from the Midwest will start to spread East, with the first heat wave of the summer set to scorch the region.A heat wave is defined as three straight days in which the high temperature hits 90 degrees or above. High temperatures on Wednesday, July 26 will generally be in the upper 80s to around the 90-degree mark with hazy sunshine most of the day, the National Weather Service says. The dangerous heat will really kick in Thursday, July 27 as humidity increases, making temperatures in the low to mid-90s feel like it's 100 degrees or more. (See the first image …

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Strong Storms With Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds Taking Aim At Region: Here's What's Coming Strong Storms With Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds Taking Aim At Region: Here's What's Coming
Strong Storms With Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds Taking Aim At Region: Here's What's Coming New update: Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect For Much Of Region A new storm system accompanied by locally heavy rain, gusty winds, frequent lightning, and possible flash flooding will sweep through the region before things heat up for the rest of the week. Storm activity on Tuesday, July 25, will start from west to east in the early afternoon and continue through the evening, according to the National Weather Service. "Due to the copious amounts of moisture in the atmosphere and weak steering winds, any shower or thunderstorm has the potential to produce localized flooding dow…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Spotty Storms Will Be Followed By Big Change In Weather Pattern: 5-Day Forecast Spotty Storms Will Be Followed By Big Change In Weather Pattern: 5-Day Forecast
Spotty Storms Will Be Followed By Big Change In Weather Pattern: 5-Day Forecast Spotty storms will return to the region to start the workweek followed by a big change in the weather pattern that could bring the hottest days of the year. High temperatures on Monday, July 24, and Tuesday, July 25 will be in the mid-80s with partly sunny skies each day, according to the National Weather Service. There is a slight chance of scattered afternoon and evening storms on Monday. On Tuesday, storm activity will be more widespread and will be mainly in the afternoon. Then the big change arrives as dangerous extreme heat from the Midwest will start to spread East, …

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Coast-To-Coast Winter Storm On Track For Northeast Coast-To-Coast Winter Storm On Track For Northeast
Coast-To-Coast Winter Storm On Track For Northeast Click here for a new, updated story: Timing Shifts For Cross-Country Winter Storm On Track For Northeast The chances have decreased that a quick-moving storm will bring accumulating snowfall this weekend, but a coast-to-coast system now brewing on the West Coast is next due to arrive in the Northeast. "A major storm that will swing onshore in California is the one to watch for trouble from snow and rain in the East by next weekend," according to AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Joe Lundberg.  The current projected track for the storm would bring it to this region sometime on…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Rapid Freeze To Follow New Round Of Rain, Gusty Winds As Cold Front Arrives Rapid Freeze To Follow New Round Of Rain, Gusty Winds As Cold Front Arrives
Rapid Freeze To Follow New Round Of Rain, Gusty Winds As Cold Front Arrives A new round of rain and wind from a massive storm system will accompany a cold front that will push through the region Friday afternoon, Dec. 23, leading to a dramatic drop in temperatures, according to the National Weather Service. With blizzard-like conditions in much of the Midwest, more than 1,000 flights have been canceled as of early Thursday morning. Nationally, over there have been over a million power outages. As the storm system moves off the coast, temperatures "will plummet from Friday afternoon to Friday night," according to AccuWeather.com, which noted that, "in some cases, a …

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Eye Of The Storm: System With Damaging Winds Causing Power Outages, Flooding, School Closures Eye Of The Storm: System With Damaging Winds Causing Power Outages, Flooding, School Closures
Eye Of The Storm: System With Damaging Winds Causing Power Outages, Flooding, School Closures A massive pre-Christmas storm packed with damaging wind gusts and heavy downpours is causing localized flash flooding, power outages, and some school closures in the region. The system, which arrived Thursday afternoon, Dec. 22, will wind down by Friday evening, Dec. 23. A total of between 2 to 3 inches or more of rainfall is possible. For a look at the precipitation types from the system, with rain in green and a mix of rain and snow in pink, click on the first image above from AccuWeather.com. "Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects," the National Weather Service said in a…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Storm With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds Will Be Followed By Rapid Freeze: Here's What's Coming Storm With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds Will Be Followed By Rapid Freeze: Here's What's Coming
Storm With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds Will Be Followed By Rapid Freeze: Here's What's Coming A potent pre-Christmas storm packed with damaging wind gusts bringing a mix of heavy rain, sleet, and snow to the region will be followed by a rapid freeze as temperatures plummet. The time frame for the storm is from Thursday afternoon, Dec. 22 to Friday evening, Dec. 23. With blizzard-like conditions in much of the Midwest, more than 1,000 flights have been canceled as of early Thursday morning. A total of between 2 to 3 inches or more of rainfall is possible. "Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects," the National Weather Service said in a Hazardous Weather Outlo…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Damaging Wind Gusts Of 50-Plus MPH Will Be Main Threat From Pre-Christmas Storm Damaging Wind Gusts Of 50-Plus MPH Will Be Main Threat From Pre-Christmas Storm
Damaging Wind Gusts Of 50-Plus MPH Will Be Main Threat From Pre-Christmas Storm Damaging wind gusts of 50 miles per hour will be the main threat in this region for a potent pre-Christmas storm accompanied by a cold front that will sweep through the Northeast and result in a dramatic drop in temperatures. The time frame for the storm is a period of approximately 24 hours from Thursday, Dec. 22 to Friday, Dec. 23. Heavy downpours could also lead to poor travel conditions, the National Weather Service said in a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement issued early Wednesday morning, Dec. 21. A total of between 2 to 3 inches or more of rainfall is possible. Millions…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Pre-Christmas Storm With 3 Feet Possible In Some Spots Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Pre-Christmas Storm With 3 Feet Possible In Some Spots
Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Pre-Christmas Storm With 3 Feet Possible In Some Spots The first projected snowfall totals have been released for a potent pre-Christmas storm that will bring snow, rain, and strong winds that could cause poor travel conditions and power outages. The system is due to arrive on Thursday, Dec.  22, and continue into Friday, Dec. 23, the National Weather Service said. Current models show the chance for potentially significant snowfall in some areas, with rain and gusty winds elsewhere. In fact, some parts of the Midwest could see up to 3 feet of accumulation, and significant snowfall in parts of upstate New York and northern New England…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Projections Updated For Nor'easter That Will Bring Up To 18 Inches Of Snow To Some Spots Projections Updated For Nor'easter That Will Bring Up To 18 Inches Of Snow To Some Spots
Projections Updated For Nor'easter That Will Bring Up To 18 Inches Of Snow To Some Spots A potent storm system that started out with blizzard-like conditions in the Midwest and fatal tornadoes in the South has the potential to dump as much as 18 inches of snow in more areas than earlier projected in the Northeast, according to AccuWeather.com. The system is due to arrive from west to east Thursday, Dec. 15, and linger into Friday, Dec. 16.  In coastal areas along the I-95 corridor, mainly rain and possible sleet are expected from the system, according to the National Weather Service, which noted the rain could. be heavy at times with up to 2 inches possible, alon…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Unsettled Weather Pattern Will Bring Rain, Followed By Snow Chance: Here's What To Expect Unsettled Weather Pattern Will Bring Rain, Followed By Snow Chance: Here's What To Expect
Unsettled Weather Pattern Will Bring Rain, Followed By Snow Chance: Here's What To Expect A brand-new storm accompanying a warm front bringing 2 inches or more of rainfall to parts of the region will be followed later in the week by a chance of snow in parts of the Northeast. Rainfall will arrive from west to east after midday on Tuesday, Dec. 6, according to the National Weather Service. Precipitation will gradually end from west to east Wednesday, Dec. 7, starting in the afternoon. The front will lead to an increase in temperatures, with highs in the mid 50s on both Tuesday and Wednesday. All told, about an inch-and-a-half of rainfall is expected from the system. Locall…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Damaging Wind Gusts That Could Cause Power Outages Will Be Main Threat From Major Storm System Damaging Wind Gusts That Could Cause Power Outages Will Be Main Threat From Major Storm System
Damaging Wind Gusts That Could Cause Power Outages Will Be Main Threat From Major Storm System The main threat from a significant storm on track for the region will be dangerous wind gusts that could cause power outages. The system will move in from the Midwest on Wednesday, Nov. 30. "At this force, tree limbs can break, weak trees can be blown over, and loose objects such as trash cans and recycling bins can become projectiles," according to AccuWeather.com. "Sporadic to regional power outages are likely." Frequent wind gusts out of the west/northwest between 35 and 50 mph are expected, especially later in the afternoon into the evening, with some gusts as high as 70 mph …

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Major Storm System Expected To Bring Strong Winds, New Round Of Rain To Region Major Storm System Expected To Bring Strong Winds, New Round Of Rain To Region
Major Storm System Expected To Bring Strong Winds, New Round Of Rain To Region A significant storm on track for the Northeast is expected to bring potentially damaging gusts and a new round of rainfall in the middle of the workweek. The system will move in from the Midwest on Wednesday, Nov. 30. It's the same storm that could cause a "possible severe weather outbreak in the Southeast, as well as a swath of snow across the Plains and Upper Midwest," according to AccuWeather.com. (See the image above.) The two days leading up to the storm's arrival will be seasonable and dry, the National Weather Service says. Skies will be mostly sunny Monday, Nov. 28 …

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds Could Cause Travel Disruptions On Final Day Of Thanksgiving Weekend Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds Could Cause Travel Disruptions On Final Day Of Thanksgiving Weekend
Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds Could Cause Travel Disruptions On Final Day Of Thanksgiving Weekend A storm system bringing steady rain and gusty winds could cause disruptions on one of the busiest travel days of the year. Precipitation will arrive early in the afternoon on Sunday, Nov. 27, with periods of rain and showers at times through the evening as millions of travelers will be aboard planes, trains, and automobiles on the final day of Thanksgiving weekend.  For a projected radar image of the region for 4 p.m. Sunday from the National Weather Service, see the first image above. Locally heavy rainfall is possible, with total rainfall from Sunday's system expected to be bet…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
New Round Of Wet Weather Will Be Followed By Effects Of Major Midwest Storm In Northeast New Round Of Wet Weather Will Be Followed By Effects Of Major Midwest Storm In Northeast
New Round Of Wet Weather Will Be Followed By Effects Of Major Midwest Storm In Northeast A new round of wet weather will wrap up the Thanksgiving weekend just days before a major storm in the Midwest will affect much of the Northeast in the middle of the week. That storm will bring a mix of snow, sleet, rain, and thunderstorms to much of the Midwest before precipitation from the system arrives in this region on the final day of November. (See the first image above from AccuWeather.com.) After a one-day reprieve from precipitation on Saturday, Nov. 26, those back on the road and in airports and railroads traveling will have to contend with a second round of wet weather on Sunday…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
NOAA Releases Long-Range Forecast For Summer NOAA Releases Long-Range Forecast For Summer
NOAA Releases Long-Range Forecast For Summer The hot and humid weather this past weekend may have been a preview of what to expect this summer. According to the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), there is a better than average chance that it might be a long, wet summer for parts of the region, after the organization and National Weather Service (NWS) released its three-month seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks for the summer months. According to NOAA, the warmest temperatures are expected in the Midwest, though parts of New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut are expected to see a rise in slight r…

SHARE

by Zak Failla
Weather
Major Storm Will Bring Damaging Wind Gusts, Heavy Downpours To Region; Here's Projected Timing Major Storm Will Bring Damaging Wind Gusts, Heavy Downpours To Region; Here's Projected Timing
Major Storm Will Bring Damaging Wind Gusts, Heavy Downpours To Region; Here's Projected Timing A massive storm system now sweeping through the nation from west to east will bring damaging wind gusts and heavy downpours to the region. The storm is now moving across the Midwest (see the first image above from AccuWeather.com) and is expected to arrive in the Northeast on Thursday, April 14 (click on the second image above.) "Strong to locally damaging winds will be the main threat," the National Weather Service said in a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement issued Wednesday morning, April 13. "Brief heavy downpours are also possible." Wednesday will be partly sunny with …

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Potent Multi-Hazard System Sweeping Through US Could Bring Strong Storms To This Region Potent Multi-Hazard System Sweeping Through US Could Bring Strong Storms To This Region
Potent Multi-Hazard System Sweeping Through US Could Bring Strong Storms To This Region A major, multi-hazard storm system triggering dangerous severe weather in the Midwest will bring the chance of potent thunderstorms in this region toward the end of the workweek. In many states in the central United States, tornadoes will be among the threats on Tuesday, April 12 and Wednesday, April 13. "A large storm system will be responsible for a period of very active weather across many areas of the lower 48 into the middle of the week," the National Weather Service said. "People living in or traveling through the region should closely monitor forecasts and stay alert for the latest …

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
News
COVID-19: US Sees Record 1.35M Cases In A Day, But Expert Says That Doesn't Tell Whole Story COVID-19: US Sees Record 1.35M Cases In A Day, But Expert Says That Doesn't Tell Whole Story
Covid-19: US Sees Record 1.35M Cases In A Day, But Expert Says That Doesn't Tell Whole Story Fueled by the highly contagious Omicron variant, the United States reported a record-breaking 1.35 million COVID-19 infections in a day on Monday, Jan. 10.  But that may not even be close to the actual number of cases. "We're probably only diagnosing somewhere between one in five and one in 10 actual infections," Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb said Sunday, Jan. 9 on CBS-TV. Gottlieb added that there are "probably a lot of people walking around with asymptomatic infection who don't know it, but are spreading it." That scenario could cause staffing issues for hospitals, and…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
News
COVID-19: Wave Of Omicron Cases In US May Be At Turning Point, Virus Expert Says COVID-19: Wave Of Omicron Cases In US May Be At Turning Point, Virus Expert Says
Covid-19: Wave Of Omicron Cases In US May Be At Turning Point, Virus Expert Says The wave of COVID-19 cases in the United States triggered by the highly contagious Omicron variant may be at a turning point, an infectious disease expert says. Former FDA commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb says parts of the nation may be about to pass the peak phase of the outbreak, while other regions will likely soon be hit hard. "f you look what's happening across the East Coast right now in New York City, Washington, DC, Maryland, probably Florida as well have already peaked, maybe Delaware and Rhode Island," Gottlieb said Sunday, Jan. 9 on CBS-TV's "Face the Nation." "You start to see t…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Massive Snowstorm Will Usher In New Year For Much Of US; Here's What To Expect In This Region Massive Snowstorm Will Usher In New Year For Much Of US; Here's What To Expect In This Region
Massive Snowstorm Will Usher In New Year For Much Of US; Here's What To Expect In This Region A massive winter snowstorm that is expected to drop up to 18 inches of snowfall is taking aim on much of the Midwest and parts of the Northeast, but in this region, mild weather will ring in the new year. Due to the timing of the storm, which is expected to affect around 20 states and parts of Canada, major travel disruptions are expected. Areas in darker blue in the image above are expected to see between 12 and 18 inches of snowfall, according to AccuWeather. As for this area, Friday, Dec. 31 will be mostly cloudy following overnight rain and showers. The good news is that it …

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
News
Recall Issued For Fresh Express Salad Products Due To Listeria Concerns Recall Issued For Fresh Express Salad Products Due To Listeria Concerns
Recall Issued For Fresh Express Salad Products Due To Listeria Concerns A company has recalled a wide variety of salad products that may have been contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Fresh Express announced on Monday, Dec. 20, that the recalled products were distributed to retailers in the Northeast and Midwest, including New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Jersey. The salad products were also distributed in Canada. The issue was discovered when the Michigan Department of Agriculture received a positive test result for Listeria from a random sample of a package of Fresh Express 9 oz. Sweet Hearts salad mix with Use-By Date of Wednesday, De…

SHARE

by Nicole Valinote
Weather
First Major Snowstorm Of Season Takes Aim At Midwest; Here's Long-Range Outlook For This Region First Major Snowstorm Of Season Takes Aim At Midwest; Here's Long-Range Outlook For This Region
First Major Snowstorm Of Season Takes Aim At Midwest; Here's Long-Range Outlook For This Region The first major snowstorm of the season in the Midwest is just days away, but there's some good news for this region. After a stretch of overnight lows at or below the freezing mark, there will be some moderation in temperatures after the end of Daylight Saving Time. That will come at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 7, when it's time to "Fall Back" and set clocks back an hour. Saturday, Nov. 6 will be sunny and brisk with a high temperature in the low 50s. The overnight low will be right around the freezing mark. After areas of frost in the morning Sunday, temperatures will rise to the mid 50s. The o…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Forecasters Size Up Chance Of November Snow As Cold Air Arrives From Canada Forecasters Size Up Chance Of November Snow As Cold Air Arrives From Canada
Forecasters Size Up Chance Of November Snow As Cold Air Arrives From Canada A change in the weather pattern will bring in the coldest air of the season, and as the air interacts with multiple storm systems, snow could develop as the calendar flips to November, according to AccuWeather.com forecasters. "Could we be talking about snow across parts of the Midwest and Northeast?” AccuWeather Chief On-Air Meteorologist Bernie Rayno said. “Maybe.” That comment, made on Thursday, Oct. 28, is consistent with an earlier forecast by AccuWeather's Senior Meteorologist Paul Pastelok who said more than a month ago that there could be  “a couple of rounds of cold …

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Ice Storm Will Bring Dangerous Driving Conditions With Power Outages Likely Ice Storm Will Bring Dangerous Driving Conditions With Power Outages Likely
Ice Storm Will Bring Dangerous Driving Conditions With Power Outages Likely A major winter storm will move through the Northeast, bringing a large area of sleet, freezing rain, accumulating ice, and some light snow mixed in, leading to treacherous driving conditions with power outages likely. The time frame for the storm is from around nightfall on Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 15 into mid-morning on Tuesday, Feb. 16. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for the entire region from 7 p.m. Monday until 10 a.m. Tuesday. The greatest chance of widespread ice accumulation will be north and west of New York, including Orange County, where an Ice Storm Warning will be i…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Wintry Week: Region Will See Separate Blasts Of Snow/Ice, Including New Possible Major Storm Wintry Week: Region Will See Separate Blasts Of Snow/Ice, Including New Possible Major Storm
Wintry Week: Region Will See Separate Blasts Of Snow/Ice, Including New Possible Major Storm A very wintry week has arrived that will include separate blasts of a mix of snow, ice, and freezing rain as well as the possibility of a major storm. The first blast came overnight into Valentine's Day on Sunday, Feb. 14 with an icy mix causing travel slick roads and walkways through the morning with scattered power outages. "This light precipitation can be every bit as dangerous to drive and walk on as a major storm, and motorists and pedestrians should be on the lookout," AccuWeather Lead Storm Warning Meteorologist Joe Bauer said. Sunday, Feb. 14 will be cloudy with temperatu…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi