A winter storm brought snow, ice and freezing temperatures to a broad swath of the US, with some 60 million people across more than a dozen states from Kansas to New Jersey under winter weather warnings and advisories
A major winter storm, referred to as Winter Storm Blair, is impacting a wide swath of the United States. Here's a comprehensive update based on the latest information available:
Affected Regions: The storm is affecting areas from the Central Plains through the Mid-Atlantic, with significant snow and ice expected. Severe thunderstorms are also anticipated in regions from the Sabine River Valley into the lower Mississippi Valley.
Snowfall and Ice: Over 60 million people are under various alerts due to this storm, with expectations of heavy snow, freezing rain, and significant ice accumulation. Some areas in the Midwest and Northeast, such as Kansas City, St. Louis, Indianapolis, and Cincinnati, are bracing for snow accumulations that could exceed 6 inches, potentially bringing travel to a standstill.
Weather Alerts: Winter storm warnings and blizzard warnings have been issued across multiple states. States like Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Arkansas, Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia, and New Jersey have declared states of emergency in anticipation of the storm's impacts.
Temperature and Wind: Temperatures are expected to be 12 to 25 degrees below normal for early January, with wind gusts exacerbating the cold, making it feel even colder.
Travel Disruption: The storm has already caused thousands of flight cancellations, especially in major hubs like Chicago and Denver. Road travel is also severely impacted with hazardous conditions due to ice and snow, leading to numerous accidents in states like Kansas.
Power and Infrastructure: There's a risk of power outages due to ice accumulation on power lines, particularly in southern Missouri, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
Notable Events: There have been reports of "thundersnow" in Kansas City, adding an unusual twist to the storm's narrative. 17GEN4.com
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