Winter storm dropping heavy snow on Northeast
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Winter storm warnings are in effect across the US as millions brace for over a foot of snow. Colorado reportedly faces the greatest risk, with up to 17 inches expected. Travel may become hazardous due to heavy snow,
The National Weather Service said early Monday that many areas could expect a wintry mix, including thunderstorms, through Tuesday. More than 6 inches of snow is possible north and west of I-95, and icy conditions are expected across the central and southern Appalachians, leading to treacherous road conditions.
The Tuesday morning commute in northern New Jersey could be messy with a mix of snow, sleet and rain, forecasters say.
Earlier this week, the states in the northeastern U.S. received multiple inches of snow, while the Midwest is bracing for the coldest temperatures of the season later this week. Moving further west, Colorado received its first major snowstorm of the year Wednesday morning.