07 Feb 2018 | 12:36 PM UTC
United States: Winter storm warnings in northeast and Midwest Feb. 7
Winter storm watches and warnings in place for parts of 22 states across northeast and Midwest on February 7
Event
Winter storm advisories and warnings are in place across the northeast and Midwest on Wednesday, February 7. A snow, sleet, and ice storm has been moving east across the country since Tuesday, with snowfall forecast throughout Wednesday. Storm warnings are currently in place for the states of Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts (including Boston).
Heavy snowfall, ice, and cold temperatures are expected to persist across the region in the coming days. Associated flight delays and cancelations - as well as other transportation disruptions - are possible.
Advice
Individuals in the affected regions should monitor the situation, visit the National Weather Service for updated weather alerts, and adhere to any advice issued by local authorities. Those in affected areas should prepare for travel delays and check the status of services before undertaking planned journey.