Summary
A winter storm warning has been issued for 11 U.S. states, with the National Weather Service predicting up to 4 feet of snow in some areas. The storm is expected to start on a Tuesday and last until Wednesday, causing dangerous travel conditions.
Key Facts
- 11 states affected include New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Alaska, North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Montana, Colorado, Illinois, and Wyoming.
- New York is forecasted to have snow totals between 3 and 5 inches, with warnings until Wednesday afternoon.
- In Pennsylvania, up to 4 inches of snow is expected, with wind speeds reaching 35 mph.
- Michigan could see up to 9 inches of snow, and travel may become very difficult in some areas.
- Alaska might experience blizzard conditions with winds up to 45 mph and deep snow, potentially causing flooding.
- Colorado might receive up to 2 feet of snow at high elevations, with winds up to 60 mph.
- Illinois is forecasted to have between 5 and 9 inches of snow in certain areas by Tuesday afternoon.
- Wyoming's Yellowstone National Park could see as much as 20 inches of snow in certain parts by Wednesday.
