Summary
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings about heavy snow from Storm Fern, which is expected to impact 14 U.S. states through Monday. The storm is forecasted to bring rapid snow accumulation and dangerous travel conditions.
Key Facts
- Storm Fern is expected to impact 14 states, bringing heavy snow and hazardous conditions.
- The affected states include Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Kentucky, Ohio, New York, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.
- Connecticut could see snow totals reaching up to 20 inches by Monday evening.
- Massachusetts could experience up to 20 inches of localized snow in some areas by Monday night.
- Parts of Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio are advised to expect blowing snow and dangerous travel conditions.
- New York could receive between 7 and 16 inches of snow through Tuesday morning.
- Vermont may see storm totals of up to 18 inches of snow by early Tuesday.
- Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia could face up to 2 inches of snow and 45 mph winds, leading to hazardous conditions.