What areas are under winter storm warnings?

Winter storm warnings have been issued for millions of people in Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, and North Carolina.

How much snow is expected from the winter storm?

Forecasters predict up to 10 inches of snow in some areas, with up to 12 inches expected along the Eastern Seaboard.

What are the expected temperatures and wind chills?

Arctic air will bring subfreezing temperatures nationwide, with wind chills potentially reaching as low as -10 degrees Fahrenheit in some regions.

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US braces for major winter storm

30 Jan

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Summary

Winter storm warnings issued for multiple states.
Up to 12 inches of snow expected across the Eastern Seaboard.
Arctic air brings subfreezing temperatures nationwide.

The National Weather Service has issued initial winter storm warnings for a significant snow event anticipated this weekend across the United States. Millions of people in Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, and North Carolina are under these warnings, which have replaced earlier storm watches.

Forecasters predict substantial snowfall, with some areas potentially receiving up to 10 inches, and up to 12 inches along the Eastern Seaboard. These warnings, which began going into effect as early as Friday morning, are expected to last through Saturday.

In addition to heavy snow, the nation will experience a descent of Arctic air, bringing subfreezing temperatures as far south as Florida. Extreme cold warnings and advisories are in effect, with wind chills potentially reaching -10 degrees Fahrenheit in some regions, posing a risk of hypothermia.