Northeast Braces for Another Round of Winter Storms

WASHINGTON, D.C.

n

A parade of winter storms continues to batter parts of the Northeast, Midwest, and Plains, with the second storm, named Winter Storm Garnett by The Weather Channel, expected to bring snow and ice starting Friday. The National Weather Service has issued winter storm alerts from the Northern Plains to the Northeast, urging residents to prepare for hazardous conditions.

n

Winter Storm Freya, which impacted parts of the Appalachians, mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Plains earlier this week, brought relatively light snow accumulations. However, Winter Storm Garnett is expected to produce significantly higher snowfall totals, with over five inches likely in parts of the Northeast, including the New York City tri-state and Boston. Some areas in the upper Midwest, such as the Twin Cities and Green Bay, Wisconsin, could also see locally higher totals.

n

Beginning Friday, snow will spread across the Northern Plains during the day, moving into the upper Midwest by night. On Saturday, snow, sleet, and freezing rain will impact the Midwest and Northeast, including areas previously affected by Winter Storm Freya. A wintry mix could reach the Washington, D.C., and Baltimore metro areas during the day, while snow spreads into New York City and Boston by evening. Snow and wind may persist in New England until Sunday.

n

Along with snowfall, ice accumulation is possible from the Ohio Valley to the Appalachians and mid-Atlantic, potentially causing hazardous road conditions, tree damage, and power outages. AccuWeather reports winds gusting up to 40 mph, exacerbating the storm’s impact.

n

Residents and emergency responders are bracing for storm fatigue as this winter storm streak continues. Two more storms are expected next week, further adding to the challenges. The first storm, moving from the Plains to the Northeast from Monday to Wednesday, could bring heavy snow to parts of the Interstate 95 corridor, including New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. The second storm, moving from the Rockies to the Northeast from late Tuesday to Thursday, remains uncertain in terms of snowfall totals.