A major winter storm is moving across the northern United States, bringing a mix of heavy snow, ice, and blizzard conditions from the highlands to the Great Lakes. Forecasters say the storm could bring record or near-record snowfall to parts of the upper Midwest.
The worst-hit areas are expected to include northern Wisconsin, Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and parts of Minnesota, where snow totals could reach 2 to 4 feet in some highlands. Strong winds will cause widespread blizzard conditions, reducing visibility to near zero and making travel hazardous across much of the region.
The heaviest snowfall will be on Sunday and Monday, with some areas seeing bands of 1 to 3 inches per hour. The combination of heavy snow and strong winds can cause power outages and roof collapses, with long-term impacts on travel and daily life.
Further south, parts of the northern highlands and central Midwest will see a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Ice buildup can make roads slippery, but low snow levels can still make travel difficult and strong winds can cause snow to blow.
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Brandi D. Addison covers weather across the United States as a Weather Connect reporter for the USA TODAY Network. She can be reached at baddison@gannett.com..
