As a massive winter storm rapidly gains strength, it’s poised to unleash a blanket of heavy snow and hazardous ice conditions in various parts of the nation.
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Forecasters predict that the Rocky Mountain region, as well as the Central and Northern plains areas, will experience heavy snow, strong winds, and freezing rain.
For the central and eastern United States and will have a negative impact on travel during the final days of the holiday break,’ AccuWeather senior meteorologist Alex Sosnowski.
Due to intense snowfall and powerful gusts of wind.
‘A winter mix could begin as soon as this afternoon and transition to snow on Sunday afternoon,’ the National Weather Service field office in Kansas City stated on X.
Winds blowing at about 35 to 40 miles per hour on Sunday might lead to potentially heavy snowstorm conditions.
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By Sunday, approximately 7 million people, mainly residents of the Mississippi Valley region, will need to be on tornado watch, as violent winds and hail are forecasted to engulf the area.
Citizens of Jackson, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lake Charles are advised to be particularly cautious on Sunday, forecasters warn.
before the powerful storm is forecasted to move out to sea.
Snowfall estimates suggest that Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois may receive the highest totals, with forecasters projecting between 9 to 16 inches.
Meantime, between four and nine inches of snow will blanket parts of the Mid-Atlantic, forecasting from weather officials indicates.
Meteorologists anticipate considerable icing will prevail over the impacted areas, causing widespread disruptions for local residents, including extensive power outages, tree damage, and treacherous road conditions.
‘This will be an all-hazard storm,’ AccuWeather Director of Forecast Operations Dan DePodwin stated on Friday morning.
Severe ice storms can cause significant power outages in a wide area. It would be wise to stock up on supplies now. If you have a generator, ensure you are familiar with its operation and make sure it is placed far enough away from your home to avoid ventilation issues.
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Temperatures will plunge to forecasted lows of 10 to 25 degrees below normal starting on Sunday, with this colder spell continuing through Friday, January 10.
The most extreme temperatures are anticipated in the Northern Plains – where nighttime lows are forecast to drop as low as -20 degrees, with wind chill factors expected around a severe -40 degrees.
In some communities, the power could be out for days following the storm, resulting in the arrival of treacherously cold air.
The establishment of shelters may be necessary to accommodate those who could be impacted.
Substantial snowfall has been affecting various areas across the United States.
On Thursday and Friday mornings, winter storm warnings were issued in four states as forecasters predicted nearly 15 inches of snowfall in certain areas.
The affected states included parts of the western United States, in Wyoming and Colorado, as well as the eastern coastal states, including New York and Vermont.
In these areas, forecasters reported ‘very hazardous’ travel conditions as near 50 mile per hour wind gusts pounded Vermont and New York, causing tree branches and power lines to snap, resulting in intermittent power outages.
Due to the impending severe winter storm, authorities have warned residents to take necessary precautions in anticipation of any potential emergencies.
If you have to travel, consider keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.”
Witnessed the heaviest snowfall, with some areas getting up to 14 inches of accumulation.
The branches can occur in varying lengths, from one to 10 inches, and six to 12 inches in Colorado.
In New York state, Saint Lawrence, Franklin, and Clinton counties are among the most affected.
Simultaneously, in Vermont, counties including Chittenden and Lamoille experienced the most significant impact.
These states were issued a winter storm warning until 0700 hours ET on January 3.
The cold weather will continue as forecasters anticipate that the frigid air will persist and potentially lead to additional winter storms along the eastern US by mid-January.
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