Winter Storm in the United States Threatens Millions of Homes

Winter Storm in the US

Snow and Wind Batter Roads Across the Country

NWS Issues Warnings for Dangerous Conditions

According to Newsweek, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued winter storm warnings for 13 U.S. states, forecasting heavy snowfall, strong winds, and icy conditions that could create extremely hazardous travel from Sunday night through Tuesday.

Meteorologists warn that snow accumulation could reach up to 15 inches (38 centimeters) in some areas, making travel difficult and sharply reducing visibility.

Authorities are urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel and prepare their homes for potential power outages, impassable roads, and subfreezing temperatures.

The states under warning include Tennessee, North Carolina, Virginia, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York, Kentucky, Wisconsin, Maryland, and Maine, according to the NWS.

Heavy Snowfall and Winds in the South and the Appalachians

#Snow #KYWX #GAWX #FLWX #TXWX: Arctic blast for Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia. Freeze warning for Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, North Carolina, Mississippi and parts of Florida, Virginia and Louisiana. But Texas has red flag warnings! Images by @NOAA: pic.twitter.com/CnYyRgjbkJ

— USAS: hurricanes, airplanes, tanks, ships… (@USAS_WW1) November 10, 2025

In Tennessee, the mountains of Blount, Cocke, and Sevier counties could receive up to 15 inches of snow, especially in higher elevations such as Mount LeConte and Newfound Gap, with wind gusts reaching 40 mph.

The Upper Cumberland, Bledsoe, and Scott areas may see 1–2 inches of snow, while heavy rain of up to 3 inches (7.6 cm) is expected in lower elevations.

In North Carolina, winter conditions are expected to persist through Tuesday morning, with up to 10 inches (25 cm) of snow above 3,000 feet (1,000 meters) and over 12 inches (30 cm) in the Smoky Mountains.

Wind gusts of 45 mph (72 km/h) could cause blizzards and power outages, particularly in Ashe, Watauga, and Avery counties, where snow accumulations may reach 4 inches (10 cm).

Winter Storm in the United States Hits the Midwest

Winter Storm in the US Threatens Millions of Homes – PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK

In Illinois, lake-effect snow could bring up to 10 inches (25 cm) to counties near Lake Michigan, including Cook, Will, and Lake, with near-zero visibility and wind gusts over 30 mph (48 km/h).

The NWS warned that “conditions may shift from safe to dangerous within a few miles,” especially east of Interstate 57.

In Indiana, Lake and Porter counties could see 6–12 inches (15–30 cm) of snow through Tuesday, with strong northern winds exceeding 30 mph (48 km/h).

Farther north, Elkhart, Kosciusko, and Pulaski counties may get up to 6 inches, while Cass and Miami counties expect around 2 inches.

Snow, Ice, and Danger Across the Northeast

In northeast Ohio, 3–5 inches (7–12 cm) of snow are expected through Tuesday afternoon, and the Department of Transportation urged drivers to “adjust speed to winter road conditions.”

In Pennsylvania, Elk and McKean counties could see up to 5 inches of snow, with wind gusts of 40 mph (64 km/h) affecting the northwest region.

West Virginia’s mountain counties, including Pocahontas, Randolph, and Webster, are also under alert, with up to 8 inches of snow and gusts of 45 mph.

In New York, Wayne, Oswego, and Erie counties may see 7–9 inches of snow, while freezing rain and ice are expected in Jefferson and Lewis counties, heightening accident risks.

Winter Storm in the United States Expands Across the North and Atlantic

In Wisconsin, the areas of Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha could see up to 5 inches of snow, with rapidly worsening travel conditions overnight Monday.

In Maryland, Garrett County could get 3–6 inches with winds up to 40 mph, potentially causing power outages.

The NWS cautioned that during lake-effect snow, “weather can change drastically within just a few miles,” impacting visibility and road safety.

Authorities urge residents to stay informed, reduce speed, and keep flashlights, thermal clothing, food, and water in their vehicles in case they become stranded.