Summary
Meteorologists are warning people in the Midwest and Great Lakes about very cold temperatures on Thursday and Friday, which could lead to frostbite or hypothermia. A winter storm is expected, with rain turning to ice and snow in several states.
Key Facts
- Very cold air is moving into the Midwest on Thursday and will reach the Mid-Atlantic and New England by Friday.
- A winter storm may bring up to 3 inches of snow in some areas.
- The National Weather Service (NWS) warns that temperatures could drop below zero in parts of the Midwest.
- People are advised to dress warmly and limit time outside to avoid frostbite and hypothermia.
- Snow squall warnings have been issued in Pennsylvania and New York, causing dangerous driving conditions.
- Cold temperatures with wind chills as low as 15 to 25 below zero were expected early in the day.
- Below-average temperatures are predicted for the Northern Plains, Midwest, South, and Northeast over the next week.
