Snowstorm warnings for Sunday were issued for 19 states, forecasting up to 20 inches of snow in some parts and travel delays in some parts of the state.
The NWS issued a winter storm and ice storm warning for the storm while as many as 15 inches were forecast to occur in Newland, North Carolina.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a flurry of alerts early Sunday morning and heavy snow, ice formation and gusty winds are likely in Hurricane Izzy.
With major power outages expected to strike the region, authorities asked people to use only gas-fired generators and outdoor barbeques to avoid the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
No big changes. Major winter storm arrives tonight. Winter Storm Warnings now up for *all* areas. 12+ inches of snow over western NY. Expect heavy snow to arrive along the NY/PA line early this evening, spreading to the south shore of Lake Ontario by late evening. #NYwx pic.twitter.com/xPR9HDgVjN
— NWS Buffalo (@NWSBUFFALO) January 16, 2022
MAJOR WINTER STORM WILL IMPACT THE AREA STARTING TONIGHT: Here are the latest accumulation graphics. Expect numerous to widespread power outages, especially in locations that receive a 0.25" of ice or more along with gusty winds. Stay weather aware. #scwx #ncwx #gawx pic.twitter.com/mboJ70Bi4C
— NWS GSP (@NWSGSP) January 15, 2022
🚨UPDATE🚨 A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from Midnight EST Tonight to Midnight EST Sunday Night for Forsyth, Jackson, Madison, Gwinnett and Barrow counties.
•Snow Totals: 1-2 inches.
•Ice Totals: 0.25 inches.
•Wind: Gusts as high as 40 mph.
#gawx pic.twitter.com/QSATdBT75X— NWS Atlanta (@NWSAtlanta) January 15, 2022
***5:20PM Update***
With strong winds and the potential for winter weather, we are highly concerned about downed trees and powerlines knocking out power through Sunday, so prepare now!
Here is the latest thinking on Winter Storm and Wind Impacts for north and central Georgia: pic.twitter.com/pbUrLIj89v
— NWS Atlanta (@NWSAtlanta) January 15, 2022
[Update to Expected Winds] High Wind Warning and Wind Advisory are now in effect until 2 PM Sunday. The Wind Advisory now includes additional counties in east central Georgia. pic.twitter.com/nwjUCDxPd0
— NWS Atlanta (@NWSAtlanta) January 16, 2022
A developing major winter storm will bring heavy snow and damaging ice to much of the eastern third of the country today and Monday. In some places, ice may accumulate to more than 1/4", and snow will exceed 1 foot. pic.twitter.com/PneOyvhF20
— NWS Weather Prediction Center (@NWSWPC) January 16, 2022
We are starting to see a combination of freezing rain and higher wind gusts (40-50+ mph) in NE GA and parts of the metro. This will lead to more trees and powerlines falling across the area. Please use caution and NEVER drive over or attempt to move fallen powerlines. #gawx
— NWS Atlanta (@NWSAtlanta) January 16, 2022
Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Only use generators and grills outdoors and away from windows. Never heat your home with a gas stovetop or oven. #ReadyNC #severewx pic.twitter.com/ljmz1BHAnV
— NC Emergency Management (@NCEmergency) January 16, 2022
After the cold, attention turns to a storm system that will bring rain, snow, strong winds, and coastal flooding late tomorrow into Monday. #NYwx #NJwx #CTwx
Read our full briefing: https://t.co/91fVTswvMv pic.twitter.com/Wz0KoqPKY6
— NWS New York NY (@NWSNewYorkNY) January 15, 2022
With the winter storm moving in today, here is the latest snow and ice forecast, worst case scenario, and current winter headlines in place. Ahead of this storm, conditions will be quite chilly early this morning with temperatures in the teens. #MDwx #VAwx #DCwx #WVwx pic.twitter.com/ez1Tk0Azsz
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) January 16, 2022
