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Rain and Snow in the Eastern US; Arctic Airmass Moves into the Northern Plains

Scattered showers and thunderstorms will spread into the East Coast, and moderate to heavy snowfall will develop over the Northeast. A significant Arctic outbreak will spread over the northern Plains, where dangerously cold wind chills are expected. The Arctic air will advance farther south and east on Friday into the weekend. Heavy lake effect snow is likely downwind of the Great Lakes. Read More >

Winter Storm Threat: 4-7 Days From Now
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High High threat of high impact winter storm. Potential impacts include significant travel delays, closures, and threats to life and property.  Plan ahead to minimize impact on you and your family.
Moderate Moderate winter storm threat. Potential impacts include significant travel delays and closures. Plan ahead to minimize impact on you and your family.
Enhanced Enhanced winter storm threat. Primary threat is disruption to travel.
Slight Slight winter storm threat. If threat materializes, may cause travel disruptions.
None No significant winter storm threat is currently expected. However, light wintry precipitation may still be possible.