Summary
The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings for multiple states across the U.S. due to heavy snowfall. Some areas are expected to receive up to two feet of snow, causing dangerous travel conditions. The warnings are effective until early Sunday morning.
Key Facts
- The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings for parts of central Iowa, western Colorado, northwest Washington, Idaho, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming.
- Colorado's higher mountains may receive up to two feet of snow.
- In Utah, areas like the Central Mountains and Western Uinta Mountains could see one to two feet of snow.
- Warnings are in effect until 5 a.m. MST Sunday.
- Montana could experience major snow impacts, especially in areas like Lolo Pass, with up to 15 inches of snow.
- Winter weather advisories are also in place for parts of South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, North Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland.
- The NWS warns of hazardous driving conditions and possible significant disruptions in affected regions.