Winter snowstorm forecast to move over Plains, much of eastern US
Winter weather will affect travel for millions
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}A major winter storm will start its trek across the Plains states, dive across the Mid-South and then swoop up into the Mid-Atlantic and the Northeast.
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Widespread snowfall totals of 4-8 inches will fall from the Dakotas to Iowa and Missouri.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Eastern winter storm (Credit: Fox News)
Strong winds will cause blowing snow and whiteout conditions.
Plains winter weather alerts (Credit: Fox News)
The winter weather, along with an Arctic cold front, will drop temperatures dramatically, bringing in dangerous wind chills once again.
Northeast snow potential (Credit: Fox News)
The Mid-Atlantic will face more snow, ice and cold air this weekend before the system moves offshore, becoming a nor’easter that will impact the Northeast and New England.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Southeast ice potential (Credit: Fox News)
The exact timing, track and snow totals are yet to be determined, so please stay informed of your local forecasts and make sure to have a plan and winter emergency kits in your car, home and workplace if you are in the path of this potentially dangerous storm.
Eastern winter storm forecast (Credit: Fox News)
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This winter system will affect travel and weekend plans for millions.