Summary
A weather forecast shows that heavy snow will affect the Northern Plains, Upper Midwest, and Great Lakes region during the week of Thanksgiving. This snowfall could disrupt travel plans for the many Americans planning to travel during the holiday week.
Key Facts
- Heavy snow is forecasted for the Northern Plains, Upper Midwest, and Great Lakes region during Thanksgiving week.
- Nearly 82 million Americans plan to travel over 50 miles for Thanksgiving, which could be affected by the snow.
- Snow is expected to start in North Dakota on Tuesday and move eastward by Wednesday.
- Up to 12 inches of snow may fall in North Dakota and Minnesota, with up to 3 feet possible near Lake Superior.
- The snow could make roads icy and reduce visibility, creating dangerous driving conditions.
- The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings and advisories for the affected areas.
- The storm includes gusty winds, which may lead to blizzard-like conditions in certain areas.
- People in these regions should monitor weather updates and take safety measures if they plan to travel.
