Millions of Americans are bracing for severe winter weather today as Winter Storm Blair moves across the country, bringing heavy snow, high winds, and dangerous travel conditions to 15 states.
It comes after the NWS said Storm Blair will produce “Arctic outbreaks” in many areas of the country.
Why It Matters
Heavy snow could cause widespread disruption, making travel challenging and potentially dangerous, with reduced visibility, slick roads, and the risk of accidents or delays.
What To Know
The 15 states under winter storm warnings are Kentucky, Indiana, Maryland, West Virginia, Kansas, Montana, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Alaska, West Virginia, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Nebraska.
The National Weather Service (NWS) reports that regions spanning from central Kansas to Indiana face a 60 percent to 90 percent chance of receiving at least eight inches of snow, but some areas, including Kansas and Missouri, could receive up to 14 inches of snow. Areas with the highest accumulations could experience their “heaviest snowfall in at least a decade,” according to the NWS…