Major Winter Storm to Bring Snow, Ice, and Travel Disruptions Across Midwest and Northeast

Heavy snowfall, icy conditions, and power outage risks are forecast from Colorado to Maine, with significant impact on major cities including Chicago and Detroit.

The storm is expected to stretch nearly 2,000 miles, affecting areas from Colorado to Maine with heavy snow and ice accumulation, according to meteorologists.
Chicago and Detroit are forecast to experience their largest snowfalls of the season, with 3-6 inches predicted in many areas and localized amounts reaching up to 12 inches.
Hazardous icy conditions are anticipated in areas south of the snow zone, including central Oklahoma and the central Appalachians, raising risks for travel disruptions and power outages.
Chicago's evening commute on Wednesday is expected to be severely impacted, with snowfall rates of up to one inch per hour during peak travel times.
Additional storms are predicted in the coming days, potentially bringing more severe weather, heavy rain, and flooding risks to parts of the Central and Eastern U.S.