US Weather Forecast: Winters Arrive Early, Leaving Cold And Snow In Its Wake

 

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A powerful winter storm engulfed the U.S. Northeast on Monday, blanketing much of the region in heavy snow, blasting coastal areas with high winds and bringing New York City and other major urban centers to nearly a standstill

o stay safe during severe weather conditions in the United States, follow these general guidelines:

1. Stay Informed:

   • Monitor weather forecasts regularly through reputable sources like the National Weather Service (NWS), Weather.com, or local news stations.
   • Use weather apps on your smartphone for real-time updates and alerts.

2. Emergency Alerts:

   • Enable Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) on your mobile phone to receive notifications about severe weather, AMBER alerts, and Presidential Alerts.

3. Emergency Kit:

   • Prepare an emergency kit with essentials like non-perishable food, water, medications, flashlight, batteries, a first aid kit, and important documents.

4. Evacuation Plan:

   • Know your local evacuation routes and have a plan in case you need to evacuate.
   • Follow the guidance of local authorities if evacuation orders are issued.

5. Shelter:

   • Identify safe places in your home, workplace, or community where you can take shelter during severe weather events.

6. Communication Plan:

   • Have a communication plan in place with family and friends. Ensure everyone knows how to contact each other in case of separation during an emergency.

7. Home Protection:

   • Secure your home by reinforcing windows, doors, and roofs as necessary, especially if you live in an area prone to hurricanes, tornadoes, or severe storms.

8. Weatherproofing:

   • Prepare your home for specific weather events. For example, in winter, insulate pipes to prevent freezing; during hurricanes, secure outdoor objects that could become projectiles.

9. Emergency Contacts:

   • Keep a list of emergency contacts, including local authorities, utility companies, and medical facilities.

10. Insurance:

    • Ensure that your property and belongings are adequately insured against potential weather-related damages.

11. Community Resources:

    • Stay informed about local community resources and emergency shelters.

    The latest weather forecast explained that there could be a chance of snow due to a blast of cold air in the United States.

    As the Meteorological Spring ends, the winter season might be extended for weeks, or the spring season would begin earlier.

    The early beginning of the winter season starts with severe weather conditions in the United States, from Midwest, Northeast, Southern Plains, South and California.

    Recently, CNN World reported that Californians suffered from a relentless barrage of flooding rainfall that resulted in immediate evacuations.

    
    
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    In the Northeast, residents and motorists felt the brunt of a winter storm, unloading blowing heavy snow and extreme cold.

    The Northeast and Midwest experienced the worst of challenging weather conditions due to the winter storms.

    In the South, the latest weather forecast from Fox News explained that an ice storm rampaged Western Texas, Tennessee, Arkansas and portions of the South.

    The powerful ice storm unloaded heavy snow and ice conditions, resulting in deaths, power outages and significant travel disruptions.

    The blast of colder air and the polar vortex would help bring colder temperatures to the United States.

    The polar vortex contributed to the challenging and extreme temperatures in the United Kingdom and Canada.

    Eyes were also set on New York City after it experienced about 300 days of the snowless streak.

    Reports showed that NYC residents only had a trace amount of snow.

    There was no recorded measurable snowfall. The weather reports added that it would be warmer temperatures.

    In New York, the National Weather Service (NWS) recently reported that the state experienced more light to moderate rain than snow.

    Spring thunderstorms and Tornado outbreaks

    On the other hand, AccuWeather experts noted that there could be a low chance of more thunderstorms for the spring season.

    The South of the United States recently suffered from violent tornado outbreaks that unloaded in Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia and Mississippi.

    The impact resulted in widespread damage to communities and power outages.

    In the weather outlook, there is a chance of severe weather risks from March to May 2023.Moderate risks are forecast in Minneapolis, Chicago and Houston.Meanwhile, higher risks are predicted in Kansas City and Memphis.There is also a risk of flooding in the same months in Dallas, Atlanta, Mississippi, Omaha and San Francisco.

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