Winter Storm Jett Hits US: Weather Today Brings Snow
The storm's impact is expected to be significant, with widespread power outages and travel disruptions possible, and residents are advised to stay informed and follow the latest weather updates and forecasts to stay safe, as the weather today brings significant snow and ice to the region.
A powerful winter storm system, known as Winter Storm Jett, is sweeping across the Midwest and Northeast, bringing significant snow and ice to the region, with cities like Chicago, Detroit, and Boston expected to receive several inches of snow, while Buffalo and Burlington could see up to a foot of snow, adding to the region's running snow totals.
The storm has already caused widespread flight disruptions, with over 8,600 flights delayed or cancelled as of Thursday afternoon, and major airports such as Reagan National, Boston Logan, Newark, and San Francisco reporting double-digit flight cancellations. Airlines are offering waivers to passengers flying in and out of impacted airports, allowing them to change their travel plans without extra charges.
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for parts of Michigan, including Bay City, Midland, Flint, Ann Arbor, Detroit, and Monroe, with heavy snowfall of 4-8 inches possible, and wind gusts reaching up to 40 mph, potentially leading to blizzard conditions. The heaviest snowfall is expected in areas from Ann Arbor to Monroe, Detroit, Oakland County, Flint, and the Thumb.
As the storm continues its easterly path, residents in the affected areas are advised to stay indoors and avoid travel unless necessary, with the storm expected to bring heavy snow and ice to parts of the country, and flight disruptions expected to continue throughout the day.
