"In the Rockies and Southwest, several states are projected to see over a foot of accumulation through Friday. Eastern California is expected to be the hardest hit, with the Sierra Nevada Mountains set to receive more than five feet of snow. Parts of Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, and Utah are predicted to see over ten inches, but totals could reach two to three feet at higher elevations throughout those states."
"Bernie Rayno, AccuWeather chief on-air meteorologist, said: 'When this pattern finally wraps up late next week, parts of the Sierra Nevada will end up with 12 to 16 feet of snow.' National Weather Service (NWS) officials have advised that anyone who must travel during this major storm should keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in their car in case of an emergency, an accident or if their vehicle becomes stranded."
"Overall, up to 100 million Americans could be affected by this widespread winter event, with conditions ranging from ice and rain in the Midwest to extremely powerful winds combined with snow that could knock down trees and power lines in the Northern Plains. Meteorologists expect most of the snow to fall on Wednesday, but conditions are expected to remain dangerous throughout the week."
A massive winter storm is impacting large parts of the United States, bringing up to two feet of snow across the West and far greater totals in mountain ranges. Storm warnings and winter advisories span many Western states and reach into the Northern Plains and Midwest. Blizzard alerts and gusts up to 60 mph will create whiteout conditions and hazardous travel, restricting movement to emergency services in some areas. The Sierra Nevada faces extreme snowfall with forecasts as high as 12–16 feet. Officials urge motorists to avoid travel and carry emergency supplies; up to 100 million people could be affected this week.
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