Summary
The National Weather Service has issued winter weather warnings in nine U.S. states, predicting up to 18 inches of snow in some areas from Sunday to Tuesday morning. The affected states include Michigan, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, New York, Kentucky, Alaska, and Maine. Travelers in these areas are advised to prepare for difficult travel conditions and slippery roads.
Key Facts
- Nine U.S. states are under winter weather warnings: Michigan, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, New York, Kentucky, Alaska, and Maine.
- Some regions may receive up to 18 inches of snowfall from Sunday through Tuesday morning.
- The National Weather Service advises residents to expect challenging travel conditions and slippery roads.
- Michigan counties such as Alger and Marquette may experience heavy lake effect snow, with up to 12 inches of rapid snowfall.
- Wisconsin's Ashland and Iron Counties could see between 3 and 7 inches of snow, mainly in higher regions.
- North Carolina's Appalachian regions may have mixed wintry weather with snow, wind, and ice, and wind gusts up to 45 mph.
- In Virginia, areas like Grayson County are expected to get up to 3 inches of snow and winds up to 45 mph.
- Snow and winds could result in poor visibility and scattered power outages in certain areas.
