Winter Weather Set to Disrupt Christmas Travel Across U.S. and Canada
Snow, ice, and storms are forecast to impact travel conditions in multiple regions, with varying chances of a white Christmas across North America.
- The National Weather Service and AccuWeather predict hazardous travel conditions in at least 18 U.S. states due to snow, ice, and storms, particularly in the Northeast and Midwest.
- A series of storms is bringing heavy rain, mountain snow, and dangerous ocean waves to the Pacific Northwest and California, with waves up to 40 feet expected in some areas.
- In Canada, parts of British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritimes are forecast to see fresh snow, while milder conditions in Alberta and Saskatchewan may reduce chances of a white Christmas.
- Nearly half of U.S. states, especially in the North and mountainous West, have a high chance of a white Christmas, though southern states are unlikely to see snow.
- Travelers are advised to monitor weather updates closely as millions take to the roads and skies during one of the busiest holiday travel periods.