Much-Awaited Winter Sport 'Ski Driving' Unfolds in US Due to Heavy Snow

The latest weather forecast said the heavy snow helped the much-awaited ski-driving winter sport in Leadville, Colorado.

The troublesome weather conditions in the United States unloaded heavy snow and challenging winds in California, the Northeast and Upper Midwest.

In the latest key message, the National Weather Prediction Center reported that a possible winter storm could unleash in the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest on Wednesday.

The weather advisory explained that the storm could unload snow in the Central High Plains, Lower Great lakes, Minnesota, Northern Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.
The advisory warned of snow road hazards and reduced visibility.

Ski driving sport and snow

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Denver, Colorado. The heavy snow in parts of the United States helped to unfold one of the most-awaited winter sport ski driving Leadville, Colorado.

According to AccuWeather's latest forecast, the snow cooperated with the 75th annual Leadville Skijoring competition.

Watching the event became more enjoyable due to the snow conditions, which participants rode with their own horses and skiers.

Despite the challenging winter storms in the US, the weather did not affect the competition.

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AccuWeather reported that ski driving means that an animal or small vehicle manages to pull the skier with amazing jumps in every corner. A horse is the most common that pulls the skiers.

The report noted that the sport became known in Europe and the United States.

Recently, The Associated Press reported the warm winter conditions and less snow affected ski season.

In the latest report, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported the mild meteorological winter in the United States, adding that February maintained mild weather.

The NOAA report explained that Virginia recorded the warmest February.

In Europe, the Guardian noted the warm beginning of January 2023 in parts of Europe.

In addition, New York City also recorded traces of snow. After about 300 days, the state recorded a measurable snowfall in February

The report said that improved drought conditions in parts of California due to wet and snow conditions benefit California's drought-stricken reservoirs.

California's flooding risk and snow conditions

The National Weather Service (NWS) reported the possibility of flooding in Northern California due to a warm and wet storm outlook.

In addition, AccuWeather also reported the flooding risk in parts of California due to possible snowmelt and atmospheric river.

The forecast said flooding concerns could emerge in Redding, Santa Barbara, Salinas and San Francisco.

People traveling to California should check the weather outlook and flight schedules.

According to CNN, Californians became trapped at homes due to heavy snow conditions.

Meanwhile, NPR News reported back-to-back weather conditions that could unleash heavy rain and snow.

Californians should keep emergency supplies and stay updated with the weather conditions this week.

Furthermore, the NWS Sacramento advised clearing houses' roofs of possible snow and debris. Motorists should also replan their outdoor activities due to the storm threat.