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Severe Winter Weather Threatens Thanksgiving Travel Across U.S.. Snow

Snow, freezing temperatures, and high winds are forecast to impact millions of holiday travelers in multiple regions through the weekend.

  • The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings and advisories for 13 states, including Colorado, New York, and California, with snowfall reaching up to 6 feet in some areas.
  • Heavy snow and strong winds are expected to create dangerous travel conditions in mountainous regions, including the Sierra Nevada, Rockies, and Wasatch ranges.
  • An arctic blast will bring the coldest temperatures of the season to the northern Plains, Midwest, and parts of the East, with wind chills as low as -40°F in some areas.
  • Lake-effect snow near the Great Lakes could lead to significant disruptions, including road closures and hazardous driving conditions, particularly in western New York.
  • Nearly 80 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving, with delays and cancellations already reported at airports and on major highways due to the severe weather.
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