Winter storms can trigger warnings, watches and advisories. What do they all mean?
As the winds howl, the snow flies and the temperatures drop, the National Weather Service issues various alerts for wintry weather.
Winter Storm Warning for Five States as Drivers Alerted About Heavy Snow
Up to 12 inches of snow may accumulate, with forecasters warning drivers to keep a "flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency."
3 Michigan counties under a winter storm warning until 1 a.m. EST Friday – up to 8 inches of snow
A winter storm warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 3:33 a.m. EST valid from 5 p.m. EST until Friday 1 a.m. EST for Osceola, Mecosta and Calhoun counties.
Update: Winter storm warning issued for part of Pennsylvania until Friday afternoon
On Wednesday at 3:29 p.m. an updated winter storm warning was issued by the National Weather Service valid from 4 p.m. until Friday 1 p.m. for Clearfield, Cambria and Somerset counties.
Winter Weather Warnings for 13 States Amid Snow Squalls
"Blowing and drifting snow will reduce visibilities during snow showers and any snow squalls," NWS Albany said.
Winter storm whips into Great Lakes region with more snow, wind
A powerful and fast-moving winter storm will sweep across the Great Lakes region days after the first significant lake-effect snowstorm of the season buried cities under feet of snow. FOX Weather Correspondent Brandy Campbell was in Fairport Harbor to the northeast of Cleveland on Wednesday where the wind has been picking up and temperatures have been dropping.
Lake-effect snow blankets Erie, Pennsylvania, after powerful winter storm
FOX Weather Correspondent Brandy Campbell has been braving the nation's latest winter storm. After reporting from Ohio on Thursday, she joins FOX Weather First live from Erie, Pennsylvania, with the latest on the ground.
Winter Storm Warning for Six States As Travel Could Be 'Very Difficult'
Vigilance and preparation is important say forecasters at the NWS as wintery weather brings hazardous travel conditions.
What is lake-effect snow? Winter weather warning as arctic storm targets Northeast Ohio
What causes lake-effect snow? What to know about the winter weather phenomenon that has buried Ashtabula County, Northeast Ohio before winter arrives.
Winter storm warnings in northern Minnesota as 'potent clipper' blasts through
No, the Twin Cities isn't going to get snow over the next 48 hours. Same goes for Mankato and Rochester and every other ...
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Winter Weather Advisory issued for Treasure Valley as freezing rain expected this weekend
The National Weather Service is warning the valley to be prepared for freezing rain or even snow on Saturday night.The NWS ...