Winter Weather Warnings Across the U.S. Ahead of ThanksgivingThe National Weather Service predicts severe weather, including heavy snow and strong winds, affecting various regions from the West Coast to the East Coast. Meanwhile, California and Washington state are grappling with the aftermath of earlier storms, which left damage, power outages, and fatalities in their wake.Sierra Nevada Braces for Major Snowstorm
California's Sierra Nevada is under a winter storm warning from Saturday through Tuesday. Meteorologists forecast as much as 4 feet (1.2 meters) of snow at higher elevations, accompanied by wind gusts up to 55 mph (88 kph). The heaviest snowfall is expected Monday and Tuesday. These conditions follow heavy rains and minor landslides in areas already impacted by previous storms. In Sonoma County, a body was found inside a submerged vehicle, underscoring the storm's deadly impact.Pacific Northwest Faces Power Outages
In Washington state, thousands remain without power due to the season’s strongest atmospheric river, a phenomenon marked by a concentrated plume of moisture from the ocean. Seattle and surrounding areas were hit particularly hard, with winds damaging homes and infrastructure. Katie Skipper of North Bend, Washington, endured several days without electricity, relying on a wood stove and generator. “While inconvenient, it’s nothing compared to the devastation others experienced,” she said.Midwest to Northeast: Rain and Snow Loom
The Midwest and Great Lakes regions are predicted to experience rain and snow starting Monday. By Thanksgiving and Black Friday, a low-pressure system is expected to intensify, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the East Coast. Cities like Boston and New York may see significant rainfall, while northern New Hampshire, Maine, and the Adirondacks could face snowfall. However, the system’s precise path will determine the extent of rain versus snow.Deadly “Bomb Cyclone” on the West Coast
Last week, a rapidly intensifying bomb cyclone wreaked havoc on the West Coast, leading to power outages, property damage, and fatalities. In Santa Rosa, California, over 12.5 inches (32 centimeters) of rain fell in three days, marking the wettest period on record. Flooding affected nearby areas, including Windsor's renowned vineyards.Northeast and Appalachians Receive Much-Needed Precipitation
While hazardous, the storms brought relief to drought-stricken areas in the Northeast and Appalachians. New York and New Jersey saw rain that could mitigate wildfire risks, while northeastern Pennsylvania recorded up to 17 inches (43 centimeters) of snow in higher elevations. West Virginia also benefited from rainfall, helping to ease its worst drought in two decades.
California's Sierra Nevada is under a winter storm warning from Saturday through Tuesday. Meteorologists forecast as much as 4 feet (1.2 meters) of snow at higher elevations, accompanied by wind gusts up to 55 mph (88 kph). The heaviest snowfall is expected Monday and Tuesday. These conditions follow heavy rains and minor landslides in areas already impacted by previous storms. In Sonoma County, a body was found inside a submerged vehicle, underscoring the storm's deadly impact.Pacific Northwest Faces Power Outages
In Washington state, thousands remain without power due to the season’s strongest atmospheric river, a phenomenon marked by a concentrated plume of moisture from the ocean. Seattle and surrounding areas were hit particularly hard, with winds damaging homes and infrastructure. Katie Skipper of North Bend, Washington, endured several days without electricity, relying on a wood stove and generator. “While inconvenient, it’s nothing compared to the devastation others experienced,” she said.Midwest to Northeast: Rain and Snow Loom
The Midwest and Great Lakes regions are predicted to experience rain and snow starting Monday. By Thanksgiving and Black Friday, a low-pressure system is expected to intensify, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the East Coast. Cities like Boston and New York may see significant rainfall, while northern New Hampshire, Maine, and the Adirondacks could face snowfall. However, the system’s precise path will determine the extent of rain versus snow.Deadly “Bomb Cyclone” on the West Coast
Last week, a rapidly intensifying bomb cyclone wreaked havoc on the West Coast, leading to power outages, property damage, and fatalities. In Santa Rosa, California, over 12.5 inches (32 centimeters) of rain fell in three days, marking the wettest period on record. Flooding affected nearby areas, including Windsor's renowned vineyards.Northeast and Appalachians Receive Much-Needed Precipitation
While hazardous, the storms brought relief to drought-stricken areas in the Northeast and Appalachians. New York and New Jersey saw rain that could mitigate wildfire risks, while northeastern Pennsylvania recorded up to 17 inches (43 centimeters) of snow in higher elevations. West Virginia also benefited from rainfall, helping to ease its worst drought in two decades.
