Key takeaways:
- More than 40 million people across 22 states are bracing for a massive winter storm.
- The storm system will stretch from Washington to Maine and affect almost the entire country.
- The storm is expected to bring heavy snow and rain to the northern United States, with potential flash flooding and strong winds in addition to the snow and rain.
More than 40 million people across 22 states are bracing for a massive winter storm that is expected to bring heavy snow, rain, gusty winds and potential flash flooding this week.
The National Weather Service has issued winter weather alerts in 22 states, with five states under blizzard warnings. The storm system will stretch from Washington to Maine and affect almost the entire country.
At the same time, temperatures will be significantly higher than normal in the Southeast and Midwest, with nearly 150 million Americans experiencing a high of 70 degrees or more.
The storm is expected to bring heavy snow and rain to the northern United States, with the Pacific Northwest and Northeast likely to be the hardest hit. Forecasters have warned of potential flash flooding and strong winds in addition to the snow and rain.
The National Weather Service is urging people to take precautions and be prepared for the storm. People should check the forecast for their area and be aware of any winter weather alerts that may be issued.
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