Summary
Several U.S. states are under winter storm warnings due to expected heavy snowfall and strong winds. The National Weather Service says up to 2 feet of snow could fall, creating potential whiteout conditions in some areas from Tuesday through Thursday.
Key Facts
- The storm is expected to affect states including Michigan, Alaska, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, New York, and West Virginia.
- Michigan may receive up to 8 inches of snow with winds reaching 35 mph, especially affecting Highway 2.
- Alaska’s Ketchikan Gateway Borough and nearby areas might get up to 12 inches of snow by Wednesday.
- Parts of North Dakota and Minnesota could have winds up to 60 mph, with 3 to 5 inches of snow and ice.
- Montana and Wyoming mountains may see up to 2 feet of snow and winds as high as 70 mph, increasing the risk of avalanches.
- Pennsylvania's northern regions could receive up to 6 inches of snow through Wednesday.
- New York's eastern areas near Lake Ontario might have up to 10 inches of snow by Thursday.
- West Virginia's higher regions could experience up to 10 inches of snow and winds reaching 50 mph.
