Winter Storm Threatens Midwest and Northeast with Snow, Ice, and Power Outages
A significant winter storm is expected to bring a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain to the Midwest and Northeast, creating hazardous travel conditions and raising concerns about power outages and tree damage. The storm, which began impacting the Midwest on Wednesday, is forecast to spread across the Ohio Valley, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast through Thursday.
The National Weather Service (NWS) predicts heavy snowfall in the Upper Midwest, including Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, and parts of the Northeast, particularly in central and northern New England. Meanwhile, areas south of this region, including the Ohio Valley and Mid-Atlantic, are expected to experience sleet and freezing rain, with significant ice accumulations possible. Locations such as western Maryland, central Pennsylvania, and the West Virginia panhandle face the highest risk of dangerous ice buildup, potentially exceeding a quarter-inch.
Forecasters warn that the weight of the ice could lead to scattered power outages, tree damage, and hazardous travel conditions, particularly along major interstates such as I-81, I-80, and I-76. Cities like Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, and parts of the I-95 corridor, including Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., are expected to see freezing rain and sleet, transitioning to rain by Thursday morning.
AccuWeather meteorologists emphasize that the storm’s impacts will extend into New England, with snow and ice affecting mountainous regions and lighter accumulations along the I-95 corridor. Behind the storm, blustery winds of up to 40 mph are expected to sweep across the Great Lakes and Northeast, potentially reducing visibility and exacerbating travel difficulties.
Residents in affected areas are advised to prepare for hazardous conditions, including potential power outages and dangerous roadways. Another winter storm is forecast to follow closely, bringing additional snow, ice, and rain to the region by the weekend.
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