Winter Storm Alert: Midwest and Northeast Brace for Snow and Ice

Storm Timeline and Impact

• Thursday:
• Upper Midwest: Storm begins.
• Evening: Freezing rain expected in northern Minneapolis and Wisconsin.

• New York City: Snow flurries around noon, heavier snow after 4 p.m.

• Friday:
• Morning: Freezing rain reaches Michigan and moves to western and central Pennsylvania.

• Evening: Ice accumulation possible in Washington, D.C., and Baltimore.

• Saturday:

• Morning: Storm ends by 8 a.m. – 11 a.m.

• Sunday:
• 4 a.m.: Heaviest snow ends.

Snow and Ice Accumulation

Snowfall:

• New York City and nearby areas: Over half a foot of snow.
• Some places may see 8–9 inches.

Ice Accumulation:

• Central Pennsylvania: Up to 0.25 inches of ice.
• Upper Midwest (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan): Up to 0.2 inches of ice.
• Other affected areas: Northeastern West Virginia, parts of Pennsylvania, and Michigan.

Warnings and Precautions

• Power Outages: Possible due to ice buildup.
• Dangerous Driving Conditions: Especially on untreated roads.
• Slippery Roads: Expected in the Upper Midwest and affected areas.