Top 10 Cities Most Impacted by the Winter Storm: Snow, Ice, and Wind Create Hazardous Conditions

Top 10 Cities Most Impacted by the Winter Storm

A powerful winter storm is set to create hazardous conditions across much of the central and eastern United States on Sunday and Monday, impacting millions as the holiday season comes to a close. Travelers should prepare for snow, sleet, freezing rain, and strong winds, making road conditions treacherous in many areas. Here’s a closer look at how the storm will impact ten key cities:

Topeka, KansasA full-blown blizzard is expected, with heavy snow, high winds, and dangerously low wind chills. Topeka could see up to 14 inches of snow by Sunday night, with wind gusts reaching 45 mph. Wind chills ranging from -10 to -20 degrees make outdoor exposure hazardous.

St. Louis, MissouriA mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain will sweep through the area. Snow accumulation could range from 4 to 10 inches, with icy conditions to the south of the city. Winds of up to 35 mph will worsen visibility and drifting snow.

Springfield, IllinoisHeavy snow will dominate, with 4 to 8 inches expected. Strong winds will cause drifting and blowing snow, particularly south of the city. Low temperatures in the single digits will follow the storm.

Indianapolis, IndianaSnowfall will intensify throughout Sunday, with totals reaching up to 10 inches by Monday afternoon. Wind gusts up to 35 mph will create blowing snow and challenging conditions for commuters.

Louisville, KentuckyThis area will see a significant ice storm, with freezing rain following an initial 3 to 6 inches of snow. Icy conditions could result in power outages and tree damage, with travel becoming nearly impossible in some areas.

Cincinnati, OhioHeavy snow, accumulating 6 to 10 inches, will be followed by sleet and freezing rain overnight. Snow will return on Monday before tapering off, leaving slippery roads and frigid conditions.

Harrisonburg, VirginiaSnowfall of up to 10 inches is expected, transitioning to a wintry mix that will leave a layer of ice on the snow. Single-digit lows are forecast later in the week.

Washington, D.C.The nation’s capital could see 6 to 10 inches of snow by Monday morning, with some areas experiencing intense snow bands. Slippery roads and freezing temperatures will linger through the week.

Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaLight to moderate snowfall will accumulate 2 to 4 inches by Monday night. While less severe than other areas, slippery conditions will impact travel.

Dover, DelawareHeavy snow could bring accumulations of 6 to 10 inches by Monday night, with potential icing. Frigid temperatures will persist through the week.

Once the storm passes, an Arctic air mass will bring dangerously low temperatures to the affected regions. Power outages combined with extreme cold could create life-threatening conditions. Untreated roads and sidewalks will remain icy, and the cold, windy weather is expected to persist through the week. Attention will then turn to another winter storm predicted to develop in Texas later in the week, potentially spreading more snow and ice across the South and East Coast.