Summary
A large winter storm is expected to affect many parts of the U.S. this weekend, with heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The Weather Prediction Center warns that this storm could cause significant travel problems and power outages due to extreme cold that will follow the storm.
Key Facts
- The Weather Prediction Center has issued an update about a "major winter storm" affecting much of the U.S. later this week.
- The storm is expected to bring heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain from the Southern Rockies and Plains to the East Coast and New England.
- Extreme cold after the storm may worsen snow and ice conditions.
- The storm will likely cause travel problems and power outages in many areas.
- Winter storm watches cover parts of Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, Alabama, Tennessee, and Missouri.
- The Weather Prediction Center notes high confidence in the storm occurring but uncertainty in the exact path, timing, and precipitation amounts.
- Residents are advised to prepare for a prolonged winter storm event.
- The storm's aftermath may include persistent cold temperatures that could lead to continuous refreezing of ice and snow.
