New York City and the surrounding East Coast are preparing for their first major blizzard since 2016. Heavy snow, strong winds, and icy conditions are expected to disrupt travel, daily life, and public services. Authorities have issued storm warnings, advised residents to stay indoors, and urged caution on roads. Stay updated with live coverage, satellite imagery, and the latest forecasts as the winter storm sweeps across the region, affecting millions.

US Winter Storm Hits New York: City Braces For First Major Blizzard Since 2016

A powerful winter storm has triggered emergency alerts across parts of the United States, with blizzard warnings, heavy snowfall, and gusty winds creating dangerous conditions.

Forecasters warn that travel could become treacherous as snow accumulations rise and strong winds reduce visibility. Authorities are urging residents to stay indoors, prepare for possible power outages, and avoid unnecessary travel.

US Winter Storm Emergency: Blizzard Warnings, Heavy Snow And Husty Winds

A severe winter storm has struck the United States, prompting emergency declarations in multiple states. New York City is hardest hit, with the death toll rising to 16 amid treacherous roads, heavy snowfall, and power outages. Authorities urge residents to stay indoors and exercise caution as rescue and relief operations continue. This video covers the storm’s impact, safety measures, and updates on affected regions.

US Winter Storm Emergency | NYC Death Toll Rises to 16

At least 16 people have died after being exposed to extreme cold on New York City streets, Mayor Mamdani said, as authorities race to move vulnerable residents indoors during the ongoing cold spell.


US Winter Storm: Over 100 Dead, NYC Death Toll Rises To 16 

Another surge of Arctic air is bearing down on the United States, even as millions are still digging out from a deadly winter storm. Forecasters warn the cold blast could shatter temperature records, hit power supplies, and threaten agriculture, especially in the southern states. 


US: Deadly Winter Storm Kills 100

Another surge of arctic air is bearing down on the united states, even as millions are still digging out from a deadly winter storm. Forecasters warn the cold blast could shatter temperature records, hit power supplies, and threaten agriculture, especially in the southern states. 

Arctic Blast Hits Southern US: Winter Storm Warnings and Heavy Snowfall

Another surge of arctic air is bearing down on the united states, even as millions are still digging out from a deadly winter storm. Forecasters warn the cold blast could shatter temperature records, hit power supplies, and threaten agriculture, especially in the southern states. 


Southern US Frozen by Second Winter Punch; Snow & Ice Paralyze the Carolinas

A powerful winter storm sweeping across the United States has left at least 29 people dead, authorities say, as the system moves offshore after days of heavy snow, ice and freezing temperatures. The storm disrupted travel, knocked out power to thousands and prompted emergency warnings across several states as officials assess damage and recovery efforts.


Winter Storm Sweeps US, Death Toll Rises To 29 As System Moves Offshore | WION Climate Tracker

A massive winter storm has dumped snow and freezing rain across many parts of U.S., bringing life to a standstill. Thousands of flights have been cancelled and at least 10 persons have lost their lives so far.

US Winter Storm Causes Chaos, Over 8,00,000 Homes Left Without Power

Dangerously cold conditions will be impacting over 60 million Americans till the weekend, spanning a large swath of the US and setting the stage for widespread disruptions from a winter storm.

Temperature drop 50° F below average in US states

The United States is facing two calamities at almost the same time. Los Angeles is suffering from widespread wildfire, while Southern regions are suffering from heavy snow and winter storms. Watch this report for more details!

US: Winter storms join forces with raging wildfires

A major winter storm has swept across the United States, bringing heavy snowfall, strong winds, and freezing temperatures to multiple regions.

Central US battles severe wintry conditions

A powerful winter storm hammered the United States, with meteorologists warning that millions in the East face blizzard conditions. Some areas are expected to experience the heaviest snowfall in a decade. Watch in for more details!

US Winter Storm: 60 Million Americans Under Winter Weather Alerts

US winter storm: Six US states declare emergencies; 60 million Americans under winter weather alerts

Winter Storm Pummels North America

Millions of Americans are still feeling winter weather as the U.S. braces for a major snowstorm to sweep across the country. On Sunday, 16 states from California to Michigan were under winter alerts as the next big storm will be dropping heavy snow and causing travel delays through Tuesday. Watch in for more details!

US braces for major storm, 16 states from California to Michigan under winter alert

The back-to-back storms that lashed the United States Northeast region in January were not an aberration. Scientists believe that the storms were more of a sign of things to come than an anomaly.

US receives heavy rain & snow as winter storm hits Northeast

A powerful, fast-moving winter storm has blanketed the US Northeast with heavy snow, and at least one person has died. The snowstorm led to hazardous driving conditions for millions of Americans, while forcing schools to close and wreaking havoc on air travel.

Heavy snow disrupts transport in US Northeast, forces closure of schools

New York City is bracing itself for a powerful snowstorm that threatens to blanket the city with up to 8 inches of snow. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch on Tuesday, urging residents to stay off the roads and avoid traveling if possible.

New York braces for snowstorm; winter weather advisory issued

US President Joe Biden hosted the bipartisan US conference of Mayors at White House on Friday. The meeting came as several US cities are facing multiple crises including winter storms. The severe cold conditions have claimed multiple lives across the nation over the past two weeks.

Biden hosts conference of Mayors as US faces extreme weather conditions

The US East Coast remained under the threat of menacing weather on Wednesday as a powerful winter storm loomed across the region after leaving in its wake power outages, grounded flights and several towns swamped with flood waters.

Winter storms in US: At least 40 people have died across nine states since January

A staggering 2,400 flights were cancelled in the US on Friday (Jan 12) after a powerful winter storm hit the country’s Midwest and South. Additionally, at least 5,800 flights were also delayed. The massive disruption left thousands of passengers stranded at US airports. The storm affected flight operations, as well as other businesses, in at least 12 US states. Earlier, the US authorities had warned of clouds, snow and strong winds&nbsp;that might delay flight operations at some airports.

CNN reported that almost 40 per cent of inbound flights were cancelled at the O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, while 60 per cent of them&nbsp;were cancelled at Chicago Midway International Airport.&nbsp;

According to observers, the grounding of the 737 Max 9 planes due to certain safety issues has further stressed flight operations. The USA’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Boeing are still trying to settle on an inspection protocol that would allow those planes to resume flying.

According to FlightAware, a flight tracking website, Southwest Airlines cancelled nearly 400 of its flights on Friday, even though it doesn’t operate any 737 Max 9 planes. It implies that most of the cancellations came due to the storm.

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Furthermore, the electricity supply in the region has been impacted by the situation. Power outages were reported due to severe thunderstorms in the South, blizzard conditions in the Midwest, and strong wind gusts affecting over 150 million Americans under wind alerts on Friday.

As of Friday morning, around 250,000 homes and businesses were without power in the Great Lakes and South, with the majority of outages in Illinois. Chicago's O'Hare International Airport experienced winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

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Severe thunderstorms in the South generated wind gusts reaching 74 mph in Arkansas. The storm's powerful winds caused significant damage to an iconic state landmark in Maine, with only one wall of the Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park bell house, dating back to 1897, still standing after being struck by 79 mph winds on Wednesday.

Maine officials, including Bristol Parks and Recreation Department director Shelley Gallagher, expressed concern about the remaining structure's vulnerability to another powerful storm. Steps have been taken to reinforce the building, but there is apprehension that it may not be sufficient to prevent further harm.

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A staggering 2,400 flights were cancelled in the US on Friday (Jan 12) after a powerful winter storm hit the country’s Midwest and South. Additionally, at least 5,800 flights were also delayed.

A staggering 2,400 flights were cancelled in the US on Friday (Jan 12) after a powerful winter storm hit the country’s Midwest and South. Additionally, at least 5,800 flights were also delayed. The massive disruption left thousands of passengers stranded at US airports. The storm affected flight operations, as well as other businesses, in at least 12 US states. Earlier, the US authorities had warned of clouds, snow and strong winds that might delay flight operations at some airports. CNN reported that almost 40 per cent of inbound flights were cancelled at the O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, while 60 per cent of them were cancelled at Chicago Midway International Airport. According to observers, the grounding of the 737 Max 9 planes due to certain safety issues has further stressed flight operations. The USA’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Boeing are still trying to settle on an inspection protocol that would allow those planes to resume flying. According to FlightAware, a flight tracking website, Southwest Airlines cancelled nearly 400 of its flights on Friday, even though it doesn’t operate any 737 Max 9 planes. It implies that most of the cancellations came due to the storm. Also read: Climate change causes dry spell in Kashmir: Winter wonderland Gulmarg struggles with no snow Furthermore, the electricity supply in the region has been impacted by the situation. Power outages were reported due to severe thunderstorms in the South, blizzard conditions in the Midwest, and strong wind gusts affecting over 150 million Americans under wind alerts on Friday. As of Friday morning, around 250,000 homes and businesses were without power in the Great Lakes and South, with the majority of outages in Illinois. Chicago's O'Hare International Airport experienced winds gusting as high as 55 mph. Watch: Wars, extreme weather & panama restrictions hit shipping × Severe thunderstorms in the South generated wind gusts reaching 74 mph in Arkansas. The storm's powerful winds caused significant damage to an iconic state landmark in Maine, with only one wall of the Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park bell house, dating back to 1897, still standing after being struck by 79 mph winds on Wednesday. Maine officials, including Bristol Parks and Recreation Department director Shelley Gallagher, expressed concern about the remaining structure's vulnerability to another powerful storm. Steps have been taken to reinforce the building, but there is apprehension that it may not be sufficient to prevent further harm. (With inputs from agencies)

US: 2,400 flights cancelled and ,5800 delayed after massive storm hits Midwest, South

In pics | Winter storm brings strong winds, rainfall and heavy snow in parts of US

The United States will soon witness a brutal cold snap with below-freezing temperatures, revealed a weather map. A cold front will hit several regions of the US, including the Pacific Northwest and the Northeast, on December 7, Daily Express US reported.

The United States will soon witness a brutal cold snap with below-freezing temperatures, revealed a weather map. A cold front will hit several regions of the US, including the Pacific Northwest and the Northeast, on December 7, Daily Express US reported. According to the WXCharts by the MetDesk, the parts of the United States, from South Carolina to Maine, will experience below-freezing temperatures that can fall as low as minus 30 degrees Celsius. In the winter outlook for 2023-24, the National Weather Service (NWS) mentioned that Alaska and the West Coast into the Northern and Central Plain will have warmer-than-average temperatures in the upcoming winter season. Meanwhile, the rest of the United States will have standard or below-average temperatures. NWS said, "There will be wetter-than-average conditions across northern Alaska, much of the southern US, and along the Atlantic Coast from Massachusetts southeast to Florida." ALSO READ | Sex and the City star joins hunger strike for Gaza amid Israel-Hamas conflict Temperatures have already plunged in much of the US this week, with New York reporting temperatures as low as 24 degrees Celsius. However, residents of New York and those living along the East Coast can expect colder temperatures on December 7, as the high wind gusts would make the air cooler. El Nino, the weather pattern that makes up the warm phase of the El Niño Southern Oscillation cycle, might worsen winter in 2023. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration informed in an update last week that there's a 62 per cent chance that 2023's El Niño might last until June 2023. The update also mentioned there could be record-warm temperatures and heavy rainfall along the West Coast. Furthermore, a potentially stormy winter could sweep the Southeast. The Midwest has already experienced a treacherous snowstorm, which resulted in slick roads, increasing the number of car accidents. Authorities have advised drivers across the United States to stay updated with the weather patterns and prepared for travelling in wintry conditions. According to AccuWeather, the possibility of snow spreading into the northern and central Rocky Mountains this coming weekend is high. They have also put Wisconsin, the Great Lakes, New York, and surrounding areas on high alert for winter deluge. Although the storm is expected to pull away after the weekend, it will leave behind freezing temperatures in several places. (With inputs from agencies)

US: Map reveals exact date of cold snap, several regions put on high alert

The start of a winter storm with heavy, wet snow led to hundreds of school closings, cancelled flights and some power outages in parts of the northeast U.S.

U.S: Northeast winter storm shuts schools, knocks out power

California faced mass power outages, closure of both beaches and motorways as well as flooding as a rare winter storm swept the US state.

After days of fierce and chilly winds and frigid temperatures, more than 120,000 citizens are living without electricity in areas of Los Angeles. The central north-south motorway located on the West Coast, Interstate 5, remains closed due to heavy snow in the mountainous section, also called the Grapevine.

The winter storm, which is expected to weaken, is among the strongest which have&nbsp;hit the state. Trees have been toppled by relentless winds and power lines downed.

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The authorities stated that all the beaches remained closed on Saturday for several hours because of lightning strikes in LA County. Reports also surfaced of flights being grounded in the region.

The National Weather Service (NWS) issued the latest bulletin around 20:00 GMT on Saturday (12:00 local time) in which it issued a warning of thunderstorms and heavy rains over Southern California.

"As the front moves inland, snow will move over the Northern Intermountain Region and into Northern California on Sunday morning," stated the NWS.

Till now, no casualties or injuries have been reported due to the storm. Earlier, Los Angeles, a city which is known for its sun-kissed boulevards and palm trees, received snowfall.

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In Michigan, around 350,000 people remained in blackout on Saturday afternoon, as per reports of the state's two main utilities — Consumers Energy and DTE. The utilities said that the people are likely to get electricity by Sunday night.

Meanwhile, the locals were left amazed by the unusual sight of snow flurry around the Hollywood sign on Mount Lee. On February 24, a 132-year record low temperature was broken by San Francisco, as it dipped to 39F (4C).&nbsp;

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California faced mass power outages, closure of both beaches and motorways as well as flooding as a rare winter storm swept the US state. After days of fierce and chilly winds and frigid temperatures, more than 120,000 citizens are living without electricity in areas of Los Angeles.

California faced mass power outages, closure of both beaches and motorways as well as flooding as a rare winter storm swept the US state. After days of fierce and chilly winds and frigid temperatures, more than 120,000 citizens are living without electricity in areas of Los Angeles. The central north-south motorway located on the West Coast, Interstate 5, remains closed due to heavy snow in the mountainous section, also called the Grapevine. The winter storm, which is expected to weaken, is among the strongest which have hit the state. Trees have been toppled by relentless winds and power lines downed. ALSO READ | WATCH | US flag freezes in Michigan's powerful ice storm, leaves internet stunned The authorities stated that all the beaches remained closed on Saturday for several hours because of lightning strikes in LA County. Reports also surfaced of flights being grounded in the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued the latest bulletin around 20:00 GMT on Saturday (12:00 local time) in which it issued a warning of thunderstorms and heavy rains over Southern California. "As the front moves inland, snow will move over the Northern Intermountain Region and into Northern California on Sunday morning," stated the NWS. Till now, no casualties or injuries have been reported due to the storm. Earlier, Los Angeles, a city which is known for its sun-kissed boulevards and palm trees, received snowfall. WATCH | Blizzard warnings in Sierra Nevada and Southern California In Michigan, around 350,000 people remained in blackout on Saturday afternoon, as per reports of the state's two main utilities — Consumers Energy and DTE. The utilities said that the people are likely to get electricity by Sunday night. Meanwhile, the locals were left amazed by the unusual sight of snow flurry around the Hollywood sign on Mount Lee. On February 24, a 132-year record low temperature was broken by San Francisco, as it dipped to 39F (4C). (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Rare winter storm wreaks havoc in California, as LA remains blanketed in snow

A time-lapse shows winter storm battering a Minnesota neighbourhood.

Winter storm covering Minnesota in snow

Thousands of flights were disrupted in and out of the United States as a strong winter storm is posing a threat of record-level snowfall in parts of the country. As per FlightAware, a flight-tracking website, over 1000 flights in and out of the US were cancelled by 09:15 am Eastern Time. Additionally, 932 flights were delayed.&nbsp;

Federal Aviation Administration tweeted on Tuesday that the weather conditions could cause flight delays in Minnesota and other states in the Great Lakes and southern plains.

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Meanwhile, National Weather Service gave a weather forecast over the next three days, through midday Friday.&nbsp;

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"Moderate, Major and Extreme winter weather impacts are expected from the West Coast to New England with travel not advised in the Upper Midwest due to blizzard conditions," it wrote earlier on Tuesday.&nbsp;

According to media reports, SkyWest airlines was the worst hit by the severe winter storm as it cancelled 245 flights. Among others were Delta Air Lines, which cancelled 233 flights and Southwest Airlines (LUV), which cancelled 235 flights.

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Southwest airlines cancellations were primarily proactive as the country is bracing for severe weather conditions in the upcoming days. About 100 flights were cancelled from Denver International Airport. Earlier, during peak holiday season last year in December, Southwest Airlines ended up cancelling over 16,700 flights.&nbsp;

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With the imminent severe weather conditions now looming large in the United States once again, the airline is facing a challenge in carrying out its operations smoothly for the second time. Weather service gave out high wind warning in parts of the Dakotas and Minnesota. The service said wind gusts could reach up to 50 mph and the wind chills are expected to reach minus 50 degrees Fahrenheit.&nbsp;

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz cautioned everyone to stay safe saying that the state people are no strangers to extreme weather, but this storm "could break records."&nbsp;

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Thousands of flights were disrupted in and out of the United States as a strong winter storm is posing a threat of record-level snowfall in parts of the country.

Thousands of flights were disrupted in and out of the United States as a strong winter storm is posing a threat of record-level snowfall in parts of the country. As per FlightAware, a flight-tracking website, over 1000 flights in and out of the US were cancelled by 09:15 am Eastern Time. Additionally, 932 flights were delayed. Federal Aviation Administration tweeted on Tuesday that the weather conditions could cause flight delays in Minnesota and other states in the Great Lakes and southern plains. ✈️ Traffic Report: ⛈️/🌬️ at @DFWAirport. ☁️/🌬️/🌧️ could impact @flySEA, @MCO, @flyLAXairport, @LASairport, @flySFO & @PHXSkyHarbor. ❄️ at @EWRairport, @JFKairport, @LGAairport, @fly2midway, @fly2ohare, @mspairport, @slcairport, @DENAirport & @DTWeetin. https://t.co/cypJ0x7wnD pic.twitter.com/C7EQMFNdHW — The FAA ✈️ (@FAANews) February 22, 2023 × Meanwhile, National Weather Service gave a weather forecast over the next three days, through midday Friday. Also Read | World's largest four-day work-week trial in Britain proves to be a success, here's how "Moderate, Major and Extreme winter weather impacts are expected from the West Coast to New England with travel not advised in the Upper Midwest due to blizzard conditions," it wrote earlier on Tuesday. According to media reports, SkyWest airlines was the worst hit by the severe winter storm as it cancelled 245 flights. Among others were Delta Air Lines, which cancelled 233 flights and Southwest Airlines (LUV), which cancelled 235 flights. Also Read | Toyota accedes to unions' demands, set to provide biggest wage hike in two decades Southwest airlines cancellations were primarily proactive as the country is bracing for severe weather conditions in the upcoming days. About 100 flights were cancelled from Denver International Airport. Earlier, during peak holiday season last year in December, Southwest Airlines ended up cancelling over 16,700 flights. Watch | Wagner group head accuses Russian command of treason With the imminent severe weather conditions now looming large in the United States once again, the airline is facing a challenge in carrying out its operations smoothly for the second time. Weather service gave out high wind warning in parts of the Dakotas and Minnesota. The service said wind gusts could reach up to 50 mph and the wind chills are expected to reach minus 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz cautioned everyone to stay safe saying that the state people are no strangers to extreme weather, but this storm "could break records." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Over 1000 flights cancelled as parts of US brace for severe winter storm

Minnesota snow storm: As Minnesota braces for a snowstorm that could be one of the biggest in the state's history, residents are rushing to stock up on supplies and make preparations. The storm is expected to hit on Tuesday night and continue through Thursday afternoon, with as much as 20 inches of snow predicted to fall. The snow storm warning has been posted for central and southern Minnesota, with two rounds of snow expected to hit the region, delivering 16 to 22 inches of snow. Meteorologist Tyler Hasenstein from the National Weather Service in Chanhassen warns that if residents don't need to travel between Tuesday and Thursday, they should avoid it.

<h2>Minnesota weather forecast</h2>

The storm is being caused by warm air flowing north and cold air dropping down from Canada, which is converging over Minnesota. This is creating prime conditions for a major snowfall, with the worst expected from Wednesday evening through Thursday, when heavy snow will combine with northeast wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph.

The metro area is expected to see an inch of snow on Tuesday afternoon, followed by 3 to 7 inches overnight. After a brief break on Wednesday morning, a second round of snow will arrive in the afternoon, dropping 7 to 13 inches before wrapping up on Thursday afternoon.

<h2>Update on the Minnesota State High School League</h2>

The Minnesota State High School League has indicated that it plans to go ahead with two state championship events that will draw teams and spectators from all over the state to St. Paul. The girls' hockey and gymnastics state tournaments for this week are expected to take place as scheduled. The league is encouraging teams to watch the weather and make travel plans accordingly.

People are preparing for the storm in different ways. Clair Weiss, who works in the ticket office at Buck Hill in Burnsville, says that after last week's rain, which diminished the ski area's base, hefty amounts of new snow are welcome. Customers on Monday were already renting snow blowers and skid-steer loaders at Hiawatha Reddy Rents, with most of the available equipment already spoken for by Monday afternoon.

<h2>Minnesota Department of Transportation fully prepared</h2>

However, those who will have to remove the snow aren't quite so enthusiastic. The Minnesota Department of Transportation says that it will be "all hands on deck" as the agency contends with copious amounts of snow. Crews will work round the clock, but drivers should "be ready to stay home."

The impending storm has drawn mixed reactions from Minnesota residents, with some feeling exasperated by the long winter, and others welcoming the snow. Charity Mack of Cottage Grove, who hates winter, says she learned of the incoming storm from her mother and had to stock up on groceries and put gas in her vehicle. She says she is ready for spring and tired of looking out and seeing white.

<h2>Minnesota snow storm history</h2>

The largest snowstorm ever to hit the Twin Cities was the infamous Halloween blizzard from October 31 to November 3, 1991, when 28.4 inches of snow fell. The only other time snowfall topped 20 inches was in 1985, when 21.1 inches fell over Thanksgiving weekend from November 29 to December 1.

Minnesota is no stranger to snow, but this storm is expected to be one of the biggest in its history. As residents prepare for the worst, it remains to be seen how much snow will fall and what impact it will have on daily life in the state.

Minnesota snow storm: As Minnesota braces for a snowstorm that could be one of the biggest in the state's history, residents are rushing to stock up on supplies and make preparations.

Minnesota snow storm: As Minnesota braces for a snowstorm that could be one of the biggest in the state's history, residents are rushing to stock up on supplies and make preparations. The storm is expected to hit on Tuesday night and continue through Thursday afternoon, with as much as 20 inches of snow predicted to fall. The snow storm warning has been posted for central and southern Minnesota, with two rounds of snow expected to hit the region, delivering 16 to 22 inches of snow. Meteorologist Tyler Hasenstein from the National Weather Service in Chanhassen warns that if residents don't need to travel between Tuesday and Thursday, they should avoid it. Minnesota weather forecast The storm is being caused by warm air flowing north and cold air dropping down from Canada, which is converging over Minnesota. This is creating prime conditions for a major snowfall, with the worst expected from Wednesday evening through Thursday, when heavy snow will combine with northeast wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph. The metro area is expected to see an inch of snow on Tuesday afternoon, followed by 3 to 7 inches overnight. After a brief break on Wednesday morning, a second round of snow will arrive in the afternoon, dropping 7 to 13 inches before wrapping up on Thursday afternoon. Update on the Minnesota State High School League The Minnesota State High School League has indicated that it plans to go ahead with two state championship events that will draw teams and spectators from all over the state to St. Paul. The girls' hockey and gymnastics state tournaments for this week are expected to take place as scheduled. The league is encouraging teams to watch the weather and make travel plans accordingly. People are preparing for the storm in different ways. Clair Weiss, who works in the ticket office at Buck Hill in Burnsville, says that after last week's rain, which diminished the ski area's base, hefty amounts of new snow are welcome. Customers on Monday were already renting snow blowers and skid-steer loaders at Hiawatha Reddy Rents, with most of the available equipment already spoken for by Monday afternoon. Minnesota Department of Transportation fully prepared However, those who will have to remove the snow aren't quite so enthusiastic. The Minnesota Department of Transportation says that it will be "all hands on deck" as the agency contends with copious amounts of snow. Crews will work round the clock, but drivers should "be ready to stay home." The impending storm has drawn mixed reactions from Minnesota residents, with some feeling exasperated by the long winter, and others welcoming the snow. Charity Mack of Cottage Grove, who hates winter, says she learned of the incoming storm from her mother and had to stock up on groceries and put gas in her vehicle. She says she is ready for spring and tired of looking out and seeing white. Minnesota snow storm history The largest snowstorm ever to hit the Twin Cities was the infamous Halloween blizzard from October 31 to November 3, 1991, when 28.4 inches of snow fell. The only other time snowfall topped 20 inches was in 1985, when 21.1 inches fell over Thanksgiving weekend from November 29 to December 1. Minnesota is no stranger to snow, but this storm is expected to be one of the biggest in its history. As residents prepare for the worst, it remains to be seen how much snow will fall and what impact it will have on daily life in the state.

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