As winter settles in across the United States, several states are facing winter storms and severe weather alerts, impacting travel and daily activities. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories for various regions, highlighting the potential hazards and impacts of these weather events.
In Maine, Winter Storm Warnings have been issued for south central and southwest Maine, as well as southern New Hampshire, with heavy snow expected to accumulate between 4 and 7 inches. The NWS warns of moderate travel impacts, low visibility, and the possibility of weighted tree limbs causing snapped branches, leading to isolated power outages. Dangerous driving conditions are expected to affect both morning and evening commutes.
Similarly, in west central and western Maine, as well as northern New Hampshire, Winter Weather Advisories have been issued for snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches. While the snowfall amounts may be lighter, untreated roads could still pose travel hazards due to snow accumulation. The NWS advises caution during the evening commute.
In Michigan, Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories have been issued for various counties, including Ottawa, Mason, Muskegon, Oceana, Lake, and Newaygo. Additional snow accumulations are expected, leading to slippery road conditions and potential impacts on the morning commute.
Meanwhile, in Florida, Special Weather Statements have been issued for strong thunderstorms with wind gusts up to 50 mph in Panama City and surrounding areas. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and cause unsecured objects to blow around, posing potential hazards to residents in the affected locations.
As these winter storms and severe weather events unfold, it is crucial for residents to stay informed, heed the warnings and advisories issued by the NWS, and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. Travelers are advised to exercise caution on the roads and be prepared for changing weather conditions.
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References:
– Winter Storm Warning in Maine: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.fd04b3cff0a588ea69fd256da6c0e47cb35585da.002.1.cap
– Winter Weather Advisory in Maine: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.fd04b3cff0a588ea69fd256da6c0e47cb35585da.003.1.cap
– Special Weather Statement in Florida: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.393c2a1225e08e2a20eb7439b6f2d5425d2c9091.001.1.cap
– Winter Storm Warning in Michigan: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.64fa0a83687434504f88d9e3e94d375656bfef46.001.1.cap
– Winter Weather Advisory in Michigan: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.64fa0a83687434504f88d9e3e94d375656bfef46.002.1.cap
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