Relentless Snowstorms Bring Wind and Extreme Cold to Eastern U.S. This Week
Eastern U.S. residents should brace themselves for relentless snowstorms and extreme cold weather this week. Intense winter conditions are set to affect the region, bringing hefty snowfall and dangerously low temperatures.
Snowstorm Impacts Across the Eastern U.S.
The storm system moving through the Upper Midwest is expected to significantly affect the Northeast. This past weekend, a storm already caused severe flight delays and cancellations in major cities along the Interstate-95 corridor.
Snow Accumulation Reports
- New York’s Central Park reported over an inch of snow.
- By early Monday, snowfall amounts ranged from 2 to 6 inches across the interior Northeast.
- Some isolated areas experienced totals reaching up to 8 inches.
Forecast for the Coming Days
Another storm is on the horizon, expected to hit the Northern Plains on Tuesday. Snowfall will transition to the Upper Midwest, affecting areas like Minneapolis.
The Great Lakes region will see snow accumulation on Wednesday, potentially reaching 2 to 4 feet in areas experiencing strong lake-effect snow. The weather will also extend its effects into northern New England by the evening.
Cold Temperatures and Wind Chills
- Expect temperatures to drop dramatically due to reinforcing cold air this week.
- Dangerous wind chills could reach 20 to 35 degrees below zero in the Northern Plains.
- Major cities like Pittsburgh and New York are likely to experience wind chills in the single digits and below.
By the week’s end, conditions may worsen, with wind chills potentially plummeting to as low as 40 degrees below zero in some Northern Plains regions. Millions of residents are urged to take precautions as these extreme weather conditions unfold.
