Summary:
A winter storm will emerge into the Plains Thursday, producing heavy snow, strong winds, and frigid temperatures from the Central Plains to the Great Lakes into Friday. A very cold airmass will move into the Rockies and Northwest. Temperatures are forecast to be 20 to more than 40 degrees below normal from the Northwest into the Plains by Friday. Flooding concerns continue for the Northeast. Impacted Lanes: I-90, I-5, I-84, I-15, I-40, I-10, I-210, I-17, I-8, I-25, I-20, I-35, I-45, I-30, I-44, I-55, I-49, I-12, I-59, I-69, I-65, I-22, I-75, I-24, I-94, I-64, I-70, I-86, I-29, I-80, I-88, I-57
Idaho
Blizzard Warning remains in effect until 5 AM MST Saturday morning
- Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Wind gusts up to 60 mph.
- Impacts: Plan on hazardous road conditions. Whiteout conditions will cause dangerous travel. Strong winds could cause damage.
Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 11 PM MST Saturday evening
- Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph tonight and Friday.
- Impacts: Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 5 PM MST Friday evening
- Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
- Impacts: Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing and drifting snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.
Texas
Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 10 AM CST this morning
- Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.
- Impacts: Driving on area roadways may become difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. Poor driving conditions are expected due to reduced visibility.
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 12 PM CST Friday noon
- Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
- Impacts: Unsecured outdoor items may be blown around in the wind. Driving on area roadways may become difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
High Wind Warning remains in effect until 8 AM CST Friday morning
- West winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected.
- Impacts: Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Blowing dust may reduce visibility.
New York
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 6 PM EST this evening
- Lake effect snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches with the highest amounts in the Florence, Ava, and Boonville areas. There will be a sharp cutoff to an inch or so just to the south.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.
Lake Effect Snow Warning remains in effect until 1 AM EST Friday morning
- Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches in the most persistent lake snows across the Tug Hill Plateau. Accumulations across surrounding lower elevations will be 2 to 4 inches.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.
Additional Blizzard Warnings include but are not limited to: Wyoming
Additional Winter Storm Warnings include but are not limited to: Washington, Oregon, California, Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri
Additional Winter Weather Advisories include but are not limited to: Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Arizona, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, and Illinois
Additional Wind Advisories include but are not limited to: Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia
Additional High Wind Warnings include but are not limited to: California, New Mexico, and Tennessee
