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Dual storm systems are affecting the US, from California to Maine, with varying severe weather conditions in different regions. The Mid-Atlantic and Northeast areas are experiencing rain, eventually turning to heavy snow in northern New England, while winter storm warnings are in effect for Upstate New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine, where substantial snow, sleet, and icing are expected. Meanwhile, the second storm originating in the West is approaching the northern Plains and Upper Midwest, with winter storm watches and warnings in place from the Sierra Nevada and northern Rockies to northern Wisconsin, and severe thunderstorms, hail, damaging winds, and potential tornadoes expected in Oklahoma and Kansas.
Dual storm systems hit the US: High-impact weather from California to Maine
This weekend, dual storm systems are sweeping across the US, bringing disruptive weather from California to Maine. With springtime thunderstorms, potential blizzards, floods, and tornadoes, few regions will be unaffected.
Mid-Atlantic and Northeast drenched by one storm system
On Saturday, one storm system saturated the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, bringing heavy snow to northern New England. The rain is expected to persist until evening in New York and Boston but should cease around midday in the capital.
Winter storm warnings for Upstate New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine
Winter storm warnings have been issued for much of Upstate New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. These regions could face a blend of snow, sleet, and icing. Areas with primarily snow could see totals nearing two feet.
Second storm system originating from the West
A second storm system from the West is set to consolidate east of the Rockies before sweeping through the northern Plains and Upper Midwest. Winter storm alerts span from the Sierra Nevada and northern Rockies to northern Wisconsin, with a blizzard warning issued for parts of Minnesota.
National Weather Service issues travel warning
The National Weather Service advises restricting travel to emergencies only. Those who must travel should carry a winter survival kit and stay with their vehicle if stranded.
Minneapolis expected snowfall amid exceptionally warm winter
Minneapolis, currently under a winter storm watch, is expected to receive 6 to 12 inches of snow. This comes during Minneapolis’s second-least snowy winter on record, with temperatures running 7.1 degrees above average.
Storm system to cause severe thunderstorms in Oklahoma and Kansas
The same storm system is predicted to generate severe thunderstorms in Oklahoma and Kansas on Sunday, potentially including hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. This will be followed by a mass of dry air from the desert southwest, leading to critical fire concerns.
Developing coastal storm northeast of Raleigh
On Saturday morning, a developing coastal storm was centered northeast of Raleigh, N.C. Pushing moisture northward, it will bring rain to the Acela corridor, with a mix of rain and snow in central New England, and snow in the far north.
Snowfall predictions for northern New England
In northern New England, heavy snow is anticipated. Northern areas of Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine could see totals of 18 to 24 inches. Strong winds on the backside of the system are expected to bring chilly temperatures Saturday night into Sunday.
Another storm system to hit the Plains
A wide-ranging storm system is predicted to hit the Plains over the next 48 hours. On the cold side, heavy snow and strong winds are expected in northern regions, while the south may face severe thunderstorms and fires in west Texas and Oklahoma.
Critical wildfire danger warning for New Mexico, West Texas, western Oklahoma, and southwest Kansas
Behind the storm system, strong winds and very low relative humidities will create a tinderbox landscape. The Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center has warned of a critical wildfire danger in eastern New Mexico, West Texas, western Oklahoma and southwest Kansas.
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