Summary
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued winter weather warnings and advisories for several U.S. states, forecasting up to 24 inches of snow in some areas. Alaska, New York, Michigan, and Indiana are expected to experience significant snowfall and high winds. The weather could make travel difficult due to snow-covered roads and low visibility.
Key Facts
- The NWS issued winter storm warnings for parts of Alaska, predicting up to 24 inches of snow and strong winds.
- In Alaska, specific areas like the Dalton Highway Summits could face blizzard conditions with wind gusts up to 60 mph.
- New York's Niagara Frontier is under a warning for lake-effect snow, with expected snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches.
- Northern Indiana expects lake-effect snow, with up to 1 inch of accumulation and poor visibility in open areas.
- Michigan has various areas under advisories, expecting snowfall between 1 to 6 inches and possible lake-effect conditions.
- Weather advisories across these states caution that travel could be challenging due to slippery, snow-covered roads.
