Catastrophic Ice and Heavy Snow to Hammer Much of the US: Live Updates
A significant winter storm is forecasted to impact much of the United States over the next few days, bringing ice and heavy snow to several regions. This event is expected to create hazardous conditions across various states, including Texas and Tennessee.
Forecast for Dallas
In Dallas, the storm will primarily deliver ice, alongside a mix of rain and sleet throughout the weekend. Meteorologists predict multiple phases of precipitation:
- Rain: Starts Friday, 8 a.m. – ends Saturday, 11 a.m.
- Freezing Rain: Begins Saturday, 11 a.m. – concludes Sunday, 5 a.m.
- Snow: Expected Sunday, 6 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Ice accumulation is anticipated to range between 0.25 and 0.50 inches, while snow may add an additional 1 to 3 inches on Sunday morning. The timeline of frozen precipitation includes:
- Freezing rain from Saturday, 2 a.m. to Sunday, 2 a.m.
- Snow from Sunday, 5 a.m. – 9 a.m.
Impact on Memphis
Cities like Memphis will experience a mixed bag of precipitation due to the storm’s broad coverage. The weather conditions will shift based on temperature changes at ground level and in the atmosphere.
- Snow: Expected from Saturday, 3 a.m. to 1 p.m., and again Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Freezing Rain: Anticipated from Saturday, 3 p.m. to Sunday, 11 a.m.
Accumulation in Memphis is projected to have ice between 0.25 to 0.75 inches and snow along with sleet totals ranging from 2 to 4 inches.
Conclusion
As this winter storm unfolds, residents in affected areas should remain vigilant. Stay tuned for further updates and prepare for potentially hazardous travel conditions due to ice and snow.
