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US Braces for Potentially Most Disruptive Storm
13 Mar
Summary
- A powerful storm is set to impact nearly 200 million Americans.
- The storm could intensify into a bomb cyclone with severe weather.
- Travel disruptions and power outages are expected across the country.
A powerful storm is rapidly intensifying and is expected to impact the central and eastern United States from Sunday into Monday. This system poses a significant threat to nearly 200 million people, with meteorologists warning it could develop into a bomb cyclone. The storm is forecast to explosively deepen as it moves east, drawing in moisture to produce a wide range of hazards.
This includes blizzard conditions anticipated for the Upper Midwest, with heavy snow, strong winds, and frigid temperatures potentially dropping into the teens and single digits. Parts of Wisconsin and Michigan's Upper Peninsula could see up to 3 feet of snow. Meanwhile, severe thunderstorms, damaging winds, and heavy rain are expected in areas farther south and east.
Significant travel disruptions are highly probable, with major flight delays and cancellations expected at numerous hubs like Denver, Chicago, and New York City. Schools in some Midwestern areas may also face closures early next week. The National Weather Service has issued numerous alerts, warning of treacherous conditions and the potential for widespread power outages affecting tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of residents.
