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Timeline: When you will see first impacts from the historic blizzard nor'easter ‘bombing out’ in the Northeast

A highly impactful nor'easter is forecast to bring blizzard conditions to the Northeast beginning Sunday, with snow totals forecast at over a foot. We're letting you know when to expect the worst impacts in your area. Blizzard Warnings are in place beginning Sunday morning, with New York City and the New Jersey coastline included. Winter Storm watches and warnings are in effect for Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C. and Baltimore as well. Snow forecasts have increased yet again, now making t

Historic blizzard to slam Northeast as New York City sees blizzard warning for first time in nearly a decade

NEW YORK – A Blizzard Warning has been issued for New York City starting on Sunday as a monster nor'easter is set to dump more than a foot of snow on the largest city in the U.S. Snow is expected to start on Sunday afternoon and the forecasts have increased yet again, now making the brewing storm one of the biggest snowstorm threats in years for major Northeast cities like Boston, Philadelphia and New York City. A Blizzard Warning goes into effect from 6 a.m. Sunday through 6 p.m. on Monday for

SPC MD 107

MD 0107 CONCERNING HEAVY SNOW FOR NORTHERN/EASTERN NY INTO PARTS OF VT/NH/MA Mesoscale Discussion 0107NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK1227 PM CST Fri Feb 20 2026Areas affected...Northern/eastern NY into parts of VT/NH/MAConcerning...Heavy snow Valid 201827Z - 202300ZSUMMARY...Occasional moderate to locally heavy snow rates arepossible this afternoon. A transition to sleet and/or freezing rainis possible along the southern periphery of the precipitationshield.DISCUSSION...An extensive

Powerful nor'easter bomb cyclone to slam Northeast cities with biggest snowstorm in years, dumping over a foot

Millions along the Interstate 95 corridor in the Northeast are bracing for impacts from a powerful nor'easter bomb cyclone that will dump significant snowfall across much of the region starting Sunday. Snow forecasts have increased yet again, now making the brewing storm one of the biggest snowstorm threats in years for major Northeast cities like New York City. The storm will start to come together on Sunday afternoon as an area of low pressure rapidly strengthens as it moves off the coast of N

See it: First responders leap into action to rescue camper and dog stranded in feet of snow

BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. – San Bernardino County Fire Department used a specialized winter rescue vehicle known as a snowcat to save a camper and his dog who were stranded in the San Bernardino Mountains, which have received more than 4 feet of snow since Sunday.The man is an experienced outdoorsman who had several days' worth of supplies, the department said, highlighting the intensity of the week's winter storms which have buried the Transverse Ranges and the Sierra.TOP WINTER STORM ESSENTIALS TO

Nor'easter storm tracker: Live radar, snow potential, possible storm set-ups, winter alerts and more

An impactful nor'easter is taking shape and is expected to bring snow and strong winds to the Northeast and New England this weekend. While the exact track of the storm is still uncertain, snow is likely for the Interstate 95 corridor. Keep up with the latest forecasts, live radar and flight disruptions as the storm progresses: HOW TO SURVIVE IN YOUR CAR IF YOU'RE STUCK IN A WINTER STORMTOP WINTER STORM ESSENTIALS TO PREPARE: WHAT TO KEEP AT HOME TO STAY SAFE AND WARM BEFORE THE SNOW STARTSWHAT

Ice jam on Allegheny River prompts Flash Flood Warnings for Western Pennsylvania communities

EMLENTON, Pa. – The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a flash flood warning for several Western Pennsylvania communities Friday morning after a major ice jam formed around a bend in the Allegheny River roughly from Emlenton to Foxburg, located some 60 miles north of Pittsburgh.Images from the Emlenton Fire Department show pieces of ice packed across the river, including up to some waterfront properties.HOW TO WATCH FOX WEATHERThe department warned people who live along the river and other fl

Missing skier found dead near ski resort in California

TRUCKEE, Cali. — A skier has been found dead after reportedly going missing in the Sierra Nevada late Wednesday night.The Placer County Sheriff's Office said deputies received a report of a missing man in Truckee, California, around 11 p.m.During their investigation, officers found the vehicle of the missing 21-year-old in the parking lot of the Northstar California Resort.Authorities determined that the man had gone skiing and didn't return as expected.The Placer County Office of Emergency Mana

SPC MD 99

MD 0099 CONCERNING HEAVY SNOW FOR EASTERN NEBRASKA AND WESTERN IOWA Mesoscale Discussion 0099NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK1218 PM CST Thu Feb 19 2026Areas affected...Eastern Nebraska and western IowaConcerning...Heavy snow Valid 191818Z - 200015ZSUMMARY...Heavy snow is expected to develop eastward into easternNebraska through the afternoon and reach western Iowa this evening. Snowfall rates could exceed 1 inch per hour for a few hours.DISCUSSION...A midlevel shortwave trough and a

Harrowing rescuers save people trapped in remote national forest amid dangerous winter weather

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. – A dire emergency in the dead of night triggered a colossal search and rescue effort for three stranded motorists while an intense winter storm shelled California's El Dorado National Forest.A coalition of first responders were presented a near-impossible task in the treacherous winter weather elements of the Central Sierra Nevada mountains, battling through heavy snow, freezing temperatures and whipping winds in a battle against time to rescue three individuals that sp

SPC MD 96

MD 0096 CONCERNING SEVERE POTENTIAL...WATCH UNLIKELY FOR NORTHERN INDIANA VICINITY Mesoscale Discussion 0096NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK0903 AM CST Thu Feb 19 2026Areas affected...northern Indiana vicinityConcerning...Severe potential...Watch unlikely Valid 191503Z - 191630ZProbability of Watch Issuance...5 percentSUMMARY...Isolated elevated thunderstorms may produce marginallysevere hail for a couple of hours this morning. The overall riskshould remain limit in magnitude, and a

Drivers warned about jackknifed semi trucks, dangerous travel in Minnesota amid snowy conditions

MINNESOTA - The Minnesota State Patrol (MSP) is warning drivers to use caution and go slow on highways in the west-central part of the state as numerous crashes and jackknifed semis have been reported on Thursday.A powerful winter storm brought blizzard conditions to Minnesota and the Upper Midwest on Wednesday, delivering more than a foot of snow across parts of North Dakota and Minnesota.TOP WINTER STORM ESSENTIALS TO PREPARE: WHAT TO KEEP AT HOME TO STAY SAFE AND WARM BEFORE THE SNOW STARTSWh

Avalanche danger prompts overnight interlodge at ski areas in Utah amid feet of snow

LITTLE COTTONWOOD CANYON, Utah - Avalanche danger remains high after a series of massive snowstorms continues to pound the western U.S., specifically in Utah.This had prompted both the Alta Ski Area and Snowbird Resort in Little Cottonwood Canyon, Utah, to enforce interlodge overnight, which has since been lifted Thursday morning.Both areas have received colossal amounts of snow over the past few days, measuring in feet.ANOTHER FOOT OF SNOW LIKELY IN SIERRA NEVADA AS 1 SKIER REMAINS MISSING FROM

Magnitude 5.1 earthquake causes reports of shaking in Puerto Rico

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake on Thursday morning in the Atlantic Ocean caused shaking in Puerto Rico. The earthquake happened roughly 98 miles north of Puerto Rico at 10:18 a.m. local time. According to information from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake was 19.5 miles deep. WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF FAULTS AND HOW DO THEY RELATE TO EARTHQUAKES?Weak to light shaking was reported in Puerto Rico after the earthquake. There were no immediate reports of damage following the earthquake. HOW

Another foot of snow likely in Sierra Nevada as 1 skier remains missing from deadliest US avalanche in decades

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Tuesday's avalanche on Castle Peak, a rugged area in the Donner Pass region of California's northern Sierra, killed at least 8 skiers, officials said Wednesday. The tragedy marks the deadliest U.S. avalanche since the 1981 disaster on Mount Rainier that claimed 11 lives. Avalanche Warnings persist for the region as search and rescue teams attempt to recover the victims and the final missing skier, who is presumed dead.First responders rescued six of the 15-person party late Tue

Dangerous tornado threat looms for millions across Ohio Valley tonight in highest severe storm threat of 2026

OHIO VALLEY — As severe weather looms over the Ohio Valley with the potential to produce a few tornadoes, hail and damaging wind gusts, the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has increased the Severe Storm threat in portions of Illinois and Indiana to a Level 3 out of 5, making it the first Level 3 threat in nearly 5 months, as well as the highest severe storm threat in 2026 thus far.Other areas remain under a Level 2 out of 5 threat. The SPC said there is a heightened potential for tornadoes, some o

12 million under Fire Weather Warnings as wildfires rage across Plains, prompting evacuations

AMARILLO, Texas – Dry conditions and gusty winds continue to fuel massive wildfires across the Plains after a powerful windstorm sparked an outbreak on Tuesday.The fast-moving fires have forced evacuations in the Oklahoma and Texas Panhandles, and Kansas. In Beaver County, Oklahoma, the Ranger Road Megafire has already scorched more than 283,000 acres, and with ongoing dangerous fire weather conditions, it could continue to grow rapidly beyond the acres it has already consumed. LIVE UPDATES: SEA

Timeline: How avalanche, search and rescue unfolded amid California snowstorm as 8 found dead, 1 missing

NEVADA COUNTY, Calif.– Eight of the nine skiers who were reported missing after an avalanche in the Sierra Nevada on Tuesday have been found dead. Officials said one person is still missing and presumed dead.The West Coast has seen intense snowfall from multiple storms slamming the region from Sunday night into Monday. Snow by Tuesday had reached 3 to 4 feet in the Sierra Nevada mountains.8 SKIERS FOUND DEAD, 1 STILL MISSING AFTER SIERRA NEVADA AVALANCHE AMID EXTREME WEATHER CONDITIONSAn avalanc

Potential blockbuster nor'easter snowstorm brewing for millions across I-95 corridor this weekend

NEW YORK – The FOX Forecast Center is monitoring the potential threat of a significant snowstorm and potential nor'easter that could impact millions across the Interstate 95 corridor Sunday night into Monday.Some snow is possible over the weekend across the Philadelphia, New York City and Boston metro areas — exactly when and how much remains an open question.WHAT IS A NOR'EASTER?A series of storms is moving out of the West this week after delivering flooding rain and much-needed snow to that re

SPC MD 91

MD 0091 CONCERNING HEAVY SNOW FOR HIGHER ELEVATIONS OF THE SOUTHERN SIERRA Mesoscale Discussion 0091NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK0620 PM CST Tue Feb 17 2026Areas affected...higher elevations of the southern SierraConcerning...Heavy snow Valid 180020Z - 180215ZSUMMARY...Heavy snow should continue over the southern Sierrathrough 06Z, with 2-4 inch/hour rates possible over the next fewhours.DISCUSSION...A mid-level impulse is expected to overspread much ofcentral CA over the next few