Colder Temperatures, Travel Disruption To Hit Northeast This Weekend Due to Snowy Outlook

The latest weather forecast showed that colder temperatures and travel disruption are likely in the Northeastern US this week as the Christmas Holiday comes near.

Parts of the US have experienced challenging weather conditions due to heavy rain in the Pacific Northwest and tornado concerns in the Southern and Central US.

People with travel plans should consider the weather due to travel hazards, including slippery roads, snow-covered streets and poor visibility. In addition, homeowners should face widespread cold and hypothermia threats.

Weather in the Northeast: Colder Conditions and Snow

(Photo : NESDIS NOAA as of December 11, 2023)
NESDIS NOAA as of December 11, 2023. Colder temperatures and travel concerns are likely in the Northeastern US this week, bringing slippery travel and cold-related health concerns.

Snow is now usual as December begins. Many Americans looked forward to more snow to ease the recent warmth in the region. According to the latest forecast, the Northeast can experience falling temperatures due to snow.

Americans should avoid prolonged exposure to extreme cold due to hypothermia and frostbite. A freezing rain outlook is also possible this week due to the chance of a rainstorm.

Meanwhile, the National Weather Service (NWS) warned of a cold front that can unleash chilly weather from the Midwest and East Coast. In the Northeast, residents have to experience excessive rainfall and flooding threats in flood-prone areas.

In the Southern New England and Northeast Coast, possible flash floods can occur. Moderate to heavy snow can be likely in the Interior Northeast in the early week.

On Sunday night, the stormy outlook is likely in Boston, Atlanta and Jacksonville. The colder forecast and snow can spread over Buffalo and Burlington.

More snow is expected in Charleston, Erie, Pittsburgh, Montreal and Syracuse. Homeowners should cover their crops and plants due to snow and freezing outlook, especially in New Hampshire and Northern Vermont.

On the weekend, windy conditions will unfold, bringing power outages and outdoor damage. The strong winds can spread early week in the following areas:

• Bangor
• Burlington
• Boston
• New York City
• Washington
• Virginia Beach
• Charleston
• Pittsburgh

In New York City, the latest advisory warned of moderate to excessive rainfall on the weekend. Potential flooding can also happen in the city. People should check for Flood Watch this week.

The moderate rainfall from Southwest to Northeast will become beneficial for drought-stricken areas.

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Northeast Weather Preparedness This Winter

The latest forecast showed the threat of excessive rainfall and snow in the Northeast. Dangerous flooding and travel can be likely until early next week. Here are weather preparedness tips in the Northeast this weekend.

• Homeowners should stay alert with Flod Watch and Excessive Rain Risk.
• Postponing potential travel is recommended when rain becomes severe.
• Homeowners can keep emergency survival kits due to flooding in the Northeast and extreme cold.

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