Winter snowstorm forecast to move over Plains, much of eastern US

A major winter storma> will start its trek across the Plains states, dive across the Mid-South and then swoop up into the Mid-Atlantic and the <a href="https:.

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Widespread snowfall totals of 4-8 inches will fall from the Dakotas to us-regions and us-regions.

Eastern winter storm

Eastern winter storm
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Strong winds will cause blowing snow and whiteout conditions.

Plains winter weather alerts

Plains winter weather alerts
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The winter weather, along with an Arctic cold front, will drop temperatures dramatically, bringing in dangerous wind chills once again.

Northeast snow potential

Northeast snow potential
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The Mid-Atlantic will face more snow, ice and cold air this weekend before the system moves offshore, becoming a nor’easter that will impact the Northeast and New England.

Southeast ice potential

Southeast ice potential
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The exact timing, track and snow totals are yet to be determined, so please stay informed of your local forecasts and make sure to have a plan and winter emergency kits in your car, home and workplace if you are in the path of this potentially dangerous storm.

Eastern winter storm forecast