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Weather Chaos Across the Nation: A Look at the Storm's Impact

USAMonday, December 29, 2025
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A massive storm is causing significant problems for travelers, with 38 million people under winter weather alerts stretching from the Northern Plains to New England.

Flight Disruptions

  • Over 3,500 flights delayed
  • More than 400 flights canceled
  • Affecting flights in and out of the United States

Current Weather Conditions

  • Snow falling in Colorado, Wisconsin, and Minnesota
  • Rain hitting areas from Iowa to the Ohio Valley
  • Gusty winds and lightning reported

Worsening Conditions

A strong line of storms is forecasted to develop Sunday evening, affecting cities like:

  • Chicago
  • Indianapolis
  • Detroit
  • Memphis

  • 4 million people in Illinois and Indiana at slight risk for severe weather, including possible tornadoes.

Wind Alerts

  • 94 million people under wind alerts from Texas to New York
  • Wind gusts could reach up to 65 mph in some areas
  • Affected cities:
  • Dallas
  • Oklahoma City
  • Kansas City
  • Chicago
  • Indianapolis
  • Cleveland
  • Detroit
  • Buffalo

Snow and Rain Forecast

  • Midwest and Great Lakes to receive snow and rain Sunday afternoon, lingering into Monday morning
  • Blizzard conditions expected in parts of:
  • Iowa
  • Minnesota
  • Wisconsin
  • Upper Peninsula of Michigan
  • Snow showers and 40 mph wind gusts making travel dangerous

Snowfall Predictions

  • Upper Midwest forecasted to receive 3 to 9 inches of snow
  • Some areas could see up to 20 inches

Freezing Rain and Snow

  • Freezing rain and snow pushing into the Northeast by Sunday evening
  • First hitting parts of Pennsylvania and New York
  • System continuing into New England through Monday evening
  • Moving offshore by early Tuesday morning

Potential Hazards

  • Power outages and hazardous travel conditions possible from northern Pennsylvania through Maine
  • Ice accumulations could reach 0.2 to 0.5 inches

Conclusion

This storm is causing widespread disruptions, and people need to be prepared for dangerous travel conditions.

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