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A winter weather advisory is in effect for Minnesota as a weak low-pressure system causes freezing rain and ice accumulation up to 0.10 inches, potentially leading to hazardous travel and walking conditions overnight into Tuesday, with temperatures warming up by Wednesday.
Vermont experienced a severe ice storm causing widespread power outages, hazardous road conditions, and resort closures, with efforts underway to restore power and ensure safety amid ongoing weather challenges.
An ice storm has affected parts of New York and the Northeast, causing disruptions, as reported in a news update.
The National Weather Service has issued an Ice Storm Warning for communities along the St. Lawrence River in New York, predicting up to 0.7 inches of ice accumulation and gusts up to 40 mph, with the most significant icing expected from late Sunday night to Monday morning, followed by lake effect snow.
Forecasters have issued a winter weather advisory for Lansing and much of Lower Michigan for December 26, warning of widespread freezing rain and ice accumulation up to 0.25 inches, which will make travel hazardous throughout the day.
A major ice storm is expected to impact the region on Friday afternoon, leading to ice accumulation, travel advisories, and road restrictions, with significant disruptions anticipated for holiday travel and potential power outages.
The Iowa State Patrol is actively responding to an ice storm across Iowa, handling 151 service calls, including 52 crashes with eight injuries and 44 property damage incidents, between Friday afternoon and Saturday noon. They have also assisted 99 motorists, while Cedar Rapids Police reported only one storm-related vehicle incident by Saturday morning.
An ice storm in Iowa has caused power outages affecting around 14,000 customers, with ice accumulations up to a quarter of an inch and gusty winds contributing to the disruptions. Power companies, including Alliant Energy, are assessing the situation but have not provided a restoration timeline.
An ice storm is expected to hit parts of the U.S. Midwest, with the National Weather Service issuing warnings for Iowa and alerts from Kansas to Minnesota. The storm could bring freezing rain, creating hazardous driving conditions with potential ice accumulations over half an inch. Meanwhile, the eastern U.S. is experiencing frigid temperatures and lake effect snow, with some areas in New York and Michigan receiving significant snowfall. The cold snap is expected to ease by Sunday, but residents are advised to prepare for the ice storm with necessary supplies.
Multiple schools in Maine have closed due to power outages caused by a powerful ice storm, with over 100,000 Central Maine Power and Versant customers still without power. Cumberland and York counties are the most affected, with Cumberland County reporting over 57,000 outages. Restoration efforts are ongoing, and residents are advised to stay updated on the latest outages.
A powerful snowstorm and ice storm in Maine left nearly 141,000 customers without power, with Cumberland County being hit the hardest. Central Maine Power (CMP) has been working to restore service, but it may take until Tuesday evening to fully restore power due to downed trees and falling ice. CMP has deployed additional crews to assist with the restoration efforts. The storm also led to numerous car accidents, but operations at the Portland International Jetport are returning to normal. A warming shelter has been opened for those without power, and temperatures are expected to drop over the next two days.
The freezing rain event in northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio is not considered an ice storm as it is forecasted to result in less than a quarter of an inch of ice accumulation, prompting a Winter Weather Advisory but not an Ice Storm Warning. The last similar event occurred on New Year's Day in 2021, with ice accumulations of two-tenths of an inch or less. An Ice Storm Warning is issued for ice accumulations of a quarter of an inch or more, which can severely impact travel and cause power outages. The most extreme recent ice storm in the area occurred on December 19th, 2008, resulting in widespread power outages and tree damage due to a half an inch of ice accumulation.
Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) vehicles were involved in over 35 crashes during an ice storm, highlighting the difficulty of treating icy roads. The storm affected the entire state, causing equipment to slide off roads despite efforts to use chains and brine mix. MoDOT Director Patrick McKenna emphasized the unpredictability of ice and the challenges of managing a statewide ice event with limited resources. The department is short roughly 700 workers and faced difficulties with crew members unable to leave their homes. Despite the challenges, MoDOT is warning drivers of possible black ice during the morning commute.
An ice storm in St. Louis led to treacherous road conditions, causing the closure of government offices, schools, and businesses. The storm also resulted in the suspension of bus routes and numerous flight cancellations at St. Louis Lambert International Airport. Despite the icy conditions, there were no fatal crashes or serious accidents reported. Schools, government offices, and businesses across the region closed for the day or closed early. The freezing rain brought airport operations to a halt, leaving many travelers stranded or delayed. Looking ahead, the forecast predicted gradually warming temperatures and a chance of rain.
An ice storm is causing travel disruptions in eleven states from Texas to Michigan, with warnings issued in Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Missouri. The storm is forecast to bring freezing rain, sleet, and heavy rain to several interstates, with icy conditions expected to continue into the evening for cities like Chicago, Indianapolis, Detroit, and Cleveland. After the ice storm, heavy rain is expected in the South, potentially leading to flash flooding and severe weather. Meanwhile, the West Coast is bracing for heavy rain and snow, while temperatures are expected to rise well above normal from Kansas to New York as arctic air departs.