Travelers across the United States may face disruptions as wintry weather is forecasted just before the Thanksgiving holiday. Meanwhile, California and Washington state are still addressing the aftermath of severe storms that resulted in power outages and damage. The recent storms claimed two lives in California, with the victims discovered in floodwaters over the weekend.
A winter storm warning is in effect for the Sierra Nevada mountain region through Tuesday. Heavy snowfall at higher altitudes is predicted, coupled with wind gusts reaching 55 mph. The region anticipates approximately four feet of snow, with the most significant accumulation on Monday and Tuesday.
The Midwest and Great Lakes are expected to experience rain and snow on Monday, while the East Coast faces potential weather disturbances on Thanksgiving and Black Friday. According to predictions, a low-pressure system will bring rain to the Southeast early Thursday, moving toward the Northeast. The Northeast corridor from Boston to New York might see rainy and breezy conditions, with possible snow in areas like northern New Hampshire, northern Maine, and the Adirondacks.
Meteorologist Hayden Frank from Massachusetts indicated that, unless temperatures drop significantly, rain is expected along the I-95 corridor, advising travelers to prepare accordingly. He expects favorable driving conditions for Sunday return travel nationwide, though the East will cool down, and the West will warm.
The Pacific Northwest experienced fatalities following a “bomb cyclone” last Tuesday, which caused widespread power outages and damage. By Sunday evening, less than 25,000 people in the Seattle area remained without electricity.
Authorities found bodies in Sonoma County, California, confirming the persistence of flood risks and mudslide dangers in the region. These dangers were exacerbated by over 12 inches of rain around Santa Rosa.
