A severe winter storm, described as 'extremely dangerous', is expected to sweep across the United States starting Friday, impacting more than 200 million Americans. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the storm will bring heavy snow and freezing rain as it tracks eastward from the High Plains and Rockies, leading to perilous conditions.
With warnings of sub-zero temperatures and wind chills threatening the risk of hypothermia and frostbite, transportation officials anticipate significant travel disruptions. Airports in major cities expect delays and cancellations due to the storm's intensity.
The storm's path shows it will cover cities like Memphis, Nashville, Washington DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York, with areas from Colorado to West Virginia bracing for over a foot of snow. The NWS reports that parts of northeast New Jersey and southeast New York could see up to 14 inches, with wind chills dropping to dangerously low temperatures.
State officials are acting quickly; governors in several states, including Arkansas, Georgia, Texas, and North Carolina, have declared emergencies, enabling response mobilization. New York's Governor announced preparations, including snow plows and salt readiness, while urging citizens to stock up on essentials and remain indoors as much as possible.
Amid the storm's approach, airlines have begun cancelling flights, with thousands already affected, and meteorologists encourage motorists to avoid unnecessary travel as conditions worsen. A strong Arctic air mass will keep temperatures frigid into the following week, emphasizing the severity of this upcoming winter scenario.
With warnings of sub-zero temperatures and wind chills threatening the risk of hypothermia and frostbite, transportation officials anticipate significant travel disruptions. Airports in major cities expect delays and cancellations due to the storm's intensity.
The storm's path shows it will cover cities like Memphis, Nashville, Washington DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York, with areas from Colorado to West Virginia bracing for over a foot of snow. The NWS reports that parts of northeast New Jersey and southeast New York could see up to 14 inches, with wind chills dropping to dangerously low temperatures.
State officials are acting quickly; governors in several states, including Arkansas, Georgia, Texas, and North Carolina, have declared emergencies, enabling response mobilization. New York's Governor announced preparations, including snow plows and salt readiness, while urging citizens to stock up on essentials and remain indoors as much as possible.
Amid the storm's approach, airlines have begun cancelling flights, with thousands already affected, and meteorologists encourage motorists to avoid unnecessary travel as conditions worsen. A strong Arctic air mass will keep temperatures frigid into the following week, emphasizing the severity of this upcoming winter scenario.
