Key Facts

• NOAA shared satellite images of a strong storm near Alaska in the Bering Sea.
• The storm is bringing blizzards and strong winds to Alaska.
• A blizzard warning is in effect until Thursday at 9 p.m. for the Western Arctic Coast.
• Winds are expected to reach up to 50 miles per hour.
• Up to 2 inches of snow can accumulate, causing low visibility and difficult travel conditions.
• Cities like Cape Lisburne, Point Lay, and Point Hope are affected by this weather.
• NASA shared separate images showing ice in New York City waterways due to a cold spell.
• A large part of the U.S. experienced very cold temperatures and setting record lows in early February.