Severe Weather Conditions, Including Blizzards, Could Hit Midwest This Week

Strong winds will produce near-blizzard conditions with significantly reduced visibility and snow-covered roads leading to dangerous travel.
Severe Weather Conditions, Including Blizzards, Could Hit Midwest This Week
A map of U.S. weather forecast as of 7:29 a.m. ET. on Feb. 26, 2024.National Weather Service
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Severe weather, including scattered thunderstorms and possible tornadoes, is likely to affect multiple parts of the Midwest throughout this week, according to forecasters.

The severe weather, which is due to a powerful cross-country storm that started on Feb. 25, is expected to bring heavy mountain snow and blizzards to the West of the United States.