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Winter Unleashes Snow Fury Across Nine US States
8 Dec
Summary
- Nine US states issued winter storm warnings for snow from Monday to Wednesday.
- Wyoming and Montana expect up to two feet of snow and 70 mph winds.
- Travelers advised to prepare for hazardous road conditions and low visibility.
A widespread winter storm is set to impact nine United States with significant snowfall from Monday to Wednesday. Wyoming and Montana are predicted to experience the most severe conditions, with mountain ranges expecting up to two feet of snow accompanied by gusts of wind up to 70 mph. Residents in these areas, particularly along Teton Pass and in the Absaroka and Beartooth ranges, face blizzard-like conditions and treacherous travel.
Several other states are also preparing for substantial accumulations. Virginia could see 2 to 5 inches, while parts of Michigan might receive up to 8 inches of lake-effect snow. Tennessee and Kentucky mountain regions anticipate up to 3 inches, with potential icy patches on elevated roadways. Coastal and central Washington are expecting 3 to 5 inches, and North Carolina's mountain counties could get up to 4 inches.
Across all affected areas, the National Weather Service is urging caution, emphasizing the risks of slippery roads, low visibility, and hazardous travel. Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time, avoid unnecessary trips, and ensure their vehicles are winter-ready. This storm arrives amid predictions of the snowiest winter in five years, with experts forecasting multiple cold air surges through December.
