A Major Winter Storm is on the Horizon: Prepare for Potentially Severe Weather!
Forecasters are warning that a significant winter storm could impact more than half of the population in the United States, bringing with it hazardous snow, ice, and frigid temperatures as it moves across the nation.
To get a clearer picture, take a look at the snowfall forecast for the next 72 hours shown below. This live map illustrates the expected accumulation of snow over a three-day period and updates in real-time using data from the National Weather Service. Simply click on any color-coded area of the map to view localized forecasts.
Currently, approximately 177 million individuals are under various warnings or watches due to ice and snow, while over 200 million are receiving advisories related to the cold weather. Experts have cautioned that the potential destruction caused by this storm, particularly in regions heavily impacted by ice, could be comparable to that of a hurricane.
WATCH: Discover what to anticipate from this potentially catastrophic winter storm (https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/what-to-expect-from-the-potentially-devastating-winter-storm)
Ice and snow are expected to start falling as early as Friday in states like Texas and Oklahoma. As the storm progresses, it will drift into the southern regions, bringing freezing rain and sleet. Ultimately, it will make its way toward the Northeast, where the National Weather Service estimates that approximately one foot (30 centimeters) of snow could fall between Washington, D.C., New York City, and Boston.
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