All articles tagged with #heavy snow
Over 100 people sheltered overnight in Mitsumine Shrine in Japan's Saitama prefecture after heavy snowfall blocked roads, with up to 80cm of snow falling in recent days and temperatures dropping to -15°C, causing accidents and road closures in the mountainous region.
Parts of Washington County experienced heavy overnight snowfall, with some areas like Canonsburg and Washington receiving up to 9 inches, causing disruptions such as canceled deliveries, difficult travel conditions, and residents helping neighbors clear snow.
A mild Saturday in Minnesota will give way to a cold front on Sunday, bringing strong winds and heavy snow, with blizzard-like conditions expected in the evening, followed by very cold temperatures to start the new week.
The first lake effect snowstorm of the season is expected to bring heavy snow, strong winds, and difficult driving conditions to Upstate New York, with Syracuse forecasted to receive around 6 inches of snow and wind gusts up to 30 mph, leading to winter weather advisories in the region.
A powerful April snowstorm is set to hit Maine, bringing heavy snow, strong winds, and potential power outages. The storm is expected to start Wednesday evening and intensify overnight, with the northern half of York county and higher elevations possibly seeing over 18 inches of snow. Coastal areas could also experience significant accumulations. Strong winds, near blizzard conditions, and coastal flooding are expected, with the storm gradually weakening by Friday. Following the storm, sunny and mild weather is forecasted for the solar eclipse on Sunday.
A significant storm is set to hit California, bringing heavy rain, flash flooding, strong winds, and heavy snow to the region. The storm is expected to move down the coast, with on-and-off showers and thunderstorms continuing into the weekend. The heavy rainfall could lead to flash flooding, mudslides, and debris flow, while the mountains are expected to receive 1 to 3 feet of snow. The storm system will then move into the Rockies and the Heartland, with severe weather possible in Texas, Illinois, and the Ohio River Valley.
Over 50 million people along the East Coast are under flood alerts as heavy snow and flooding rains hit the region, with 1 to 2 feet of snow in parts of the Northeast and rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches expected. A wind advisory is in effect for the Northeast, and another spring snowstorm is expected in the northern plains. The rain and snow will move out by late Saturday night, leading to a dry and breezy Sunday, but another large rainstorm is forecasted for the I-95 corridor by Thursday.
A strong coastal storm is bringing heavy rains and gusty winds to the Northeast's Interstate 95 corridor, with flood watches in place and rainfall totals of 2-5 inches expected. Wind advisories cover over 30 million people, with gusts reaching 40-50 mph and potential power outages. Inland areas of the Northeast are experiencing heavy snowfall, with Winter Storm Warnings in effect and more than 12 inches of snow possible, along with the threat of freezing rain. Chilly air will linger into early next week, with temperatures remaining in the 30s and 40s on Sunday.
A winter storm is expected to hit Minnesota and western Wisconsin late Saturday through Monday, bringing heavy snow and strong winds. Snow totals from Thursday into Friday morning ranged from 2.5 to 7.5 inches in the Twin Cities metro area. The storm is forecasted to bring mainly snow to much of Minnesota and parts of western Wisconsin, with rain or a rain/snow mix in eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. A winter storm watch is in effect from Sunday morning through Monday morning for much of Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin, with heavy snow accumulations and difficult travel conditions expected.
A major early-spring storm is set to bring heavy snow, ice, and severe storms across the US this weekend into next week, affecting a wide area from the West to the Midwest and South. The storm will bring heavy snow to mountain ranges, moderate rain in major cities, and a severe storm threat with damaging winds, large hail, and potential tornadoes. Cold air from Canada will bring temperatures 10-30 degrees below average, with the chill expected to last through the end of the month across the western half of the country.
Maine is bracing for a wintry mix, with the possibility of thundershowers on Wednesday afternoon followed by heavy snow in some areas at night. A widespread snowfall is expected on Saturday, with the potential for plowable amounts. Strong winds and cold temperatures will follow the snow on Thursday, with a mix of sun and clouds. Friday will be briefly quiet before another significant snowfall potential on Saturday, leading to slick travel conditions. Quieter weather is expected to return on Sunday.
A winter storm is causing heavy snow and travel issues across Colorado, with I-70 reopening but still facing restrictions for commercial vehicles. The storm is expected to bring a "second wave" of snow, prompting the Colorado Department of Transportation to advise caution and urging motorists to stay off the roads. Snow totals vary widely across the metro area, with significant accumulation in the mountains and foothills. Plows are working to keep up with the heavy snow, and drivers are urged to check road conditions before traveling.
A major winter storm is hitting Colorado's Front Range, with heavy snowfall causing travel disruptions and power outages. Denver is expected to see its biggest snow totals in three years, with 6-8 inches already on the ground and another 8-12 inches expected. Southern and western suburbs of Denver could see up to 18 inches of snow. The foothills are expected to receive over 3 feet of snow, with some areas possibly getting more than 4 feet. Ski areas in central and northern mountains are also experiencing significant snowfall, leading to closures of some resorts.
A heavy snowstorm is expected to hit Denver and Colorado's Front Range on Thursday, with the possibility of the heaviest snowstorm in the area in the last 3 years. Three weather systems are converging, bringing strong upslope winds and significant snowfall, with the Denver metro area potentially seeing 10 to 20 inches of snow and up to 4 feet in the Front Range foothills and Palmer Divide. A Winter Storm Warning is in place, and travel is discouraged as driving conditions will be very difficult. Southern areas of the state are also under warnings and advisories for heavy snow.
A powerful Pacific storm is expected to bring blizzard conditions and up to 10 feet of snow to the Sierra region in California, prompting a blizzard warning and potential road closures and power outages. The storm, forecasted to be the strongest of the season, is expected to create extremely dangerous travel conditions with white-out and near zero visibility. Ski resorts in the area are anticipating heavy snowfall, while residents and businesses are preparing for the storm's impact.