Massive March Storm Threatens U.S. with Blizzard, Tornadoes, and Wildfires
A powerful storm system is set to bring extreme weather across the U.S., including blizzard conditions, severe thunderstorms, and critical fire risks, impacting millions this week.
- The storm is expected to create blizzard conditions with strong winds and heavy snow in parts of Nebraska, Kansas, and Colorado, making travel dangerous.
- Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are predicted across the southern U.S., with the highest risk in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas on Tuesday.
- Critical fire risks are present in eastern New Mexico and western Texas due to gusty winds and extremely low humidity levels.
- The storm could disrupt travel nationwide, with high winds and heavy rain impacting major hubs and potentially causing power outages in multiple states.
- More than 170 million people across two dozen states are expected to experience significant weather impacts as the storm moves eastward through Thursday.