Major Cross-Country Storm to Bring Heavy Snow in Central US Next Week, Forecast Warns

A major cross-country storm is expected to bring heavy snow in the Central US next week, causing snow and challenging road conditions. Americans should keep updated with the weather to prevent any travel headaches or winter-related health risks.

In the latest forecast, significant icing is likely on the weekend in parts of Central and Southern Appalachians. The National Weather Service (NWS) also monitors the development of an East Coast winter storm in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.

In addition, the NWS Weather Prediction Center reported that a widespread Arctic Air outbreak can spread over portions of the Lower 48 in mid-January. The report added that wind chills and temperatures can reach below zero, especially in the Intermountain WWest and Northern Plains.

In this week's weather, Central US residents should stay alert for winter-related warnings and advisories in the area. The strengthening winter storm can become impactful, including in the Eastern US.

Motorists are advised to monitor the forecasts in the Central and Eastern US to avoid travel concerns due to slippery roads, foggy conditions and snow-covered roads.

Major Cross-Country Storm: Where Will It Unload?

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The latest weather forecast warned of a powerful cross-country storm in the Central and Eastern US next week, The troublesome weather will become impactful, including in the Northeast and Southern High Plains.

The forecast warned of stormy conditions in Chicago, Kansas City, Missouri and Chicago. Americans should also watch out for blizzard conditions in the region.

On the weekend, the colder conditions are expected in the following areas:

Kansas City
Chicago
Minneapolis
Billings
Denver
Seattle
Portland
Seattle
Boston
New York City
Bismarck
Helena
Denver
Omaha
Scottsbluff

On the weekend, the weather pattern is expected to unload rounds of snow and rain in the following areas:

Seattle
Portland
Boise
Salt Lake City
Reno
Medford
Reno
Fresno
Las Vegas
Albuquerque
Phoenix
Los Angeles

Meanwhile, the latest forecast warned of a major winter storm in the Eastern US and Central US, bringing widespread impacts in the Central US, West Coast and East Coast. Heavy snow is likely in the higher elevation areas.

The snowy outlook can spread over portions of the Midwest, Southern High Plains and Central Plains. Homeowners should stay alert for blizzard conditions and heavy snow with strong gusty winds reaching over 50 mph.

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Major Winter Storm Preparedness in the Central US and Eastern US

Next week, the stormy conditions can unload in Raleigh, Nashville, Little Rock, Dallas, Houston, New Orleans, Tampa and Montgomery. Motorists should monitor the latest forecasts in the affected areas due to rain and heavy snow.

If the weather becomes troublesome, staying at home is recommended to avoid the travel risk. Meanwhile, homeowners can store winter emergency kits, which include medicine kits, batteries, radios, food supplies and bottled water.