Severe Winter Storms to Impact Large Areas of the U.S. This Week
Two winter storms are set to unleash heavy snow and extreme cold across numerous states in the U.S., prompting widespread alerts and warnings.
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Get StartedThe looming storms present not only a significant winter weather challenge but also an urgent reminder of the potential dangers and disruptions they could unleash across vast areas of the United States.
Two winter storms put 29 million people under alerts with freezing conditions to come
NBC News·3M
·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.The winter season is making its presence felt with an alarming series of storms and extreme cold, indicating that February will be marked by significant disruptions across vast regions of the country.
Extreme cold warning issued for over 1 million Americans in the West, upper Midwest
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Winter storm warning issued to 11 states with 8 inches of snow possible
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Summary
This week, two winter storms are expected to bring significant snowfall, ice, and dangerously low temperatures to various regions across the U.S. Over 96 million people are currently under winter weather advisories. The first storm will initially affect the Midwest and East Coast, bringing snow and travel hazards. Meanwhile, severe cold temperatures, with wind chills potentially reaching -55°F, are forecasted for parts of Montana and the Dakotas. In areas like the Mid-Atlantic, snowfall rates could reach 2 inches per hour, complicating travel during the peak impact of the storm.
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