Blizzard wreaks havoc in the Midwest and Northeast.

A winter storm is moving towards the Northeast, expected to bring snow on Thanksgiving Day. Parts of the Midwest and Northeast, including New England, New York, and southern Vermont, may see heavy snowfall. Frigid air moving east could trigger heavy lake-effect snow in areas like Detroit and Buffalo. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade in New York City was met with rain and chilly temperatures. Drivers should exercise caution as the snow may cause delays and dangerous conditions on highways. The Arctic chill sweeping the country could bring below-freezing temperatures and wind chills as low as negative 40 degrees in some areas, posing a risk of hypothermia and frostbite. For skiers, the snow is good news as ski resorts in western New York are expected to receive their first major snowfall of the season. The cold temperatures are expected to last into early next week, impacting around 196 million people. Parts of New York and the Southeast will also experience rainfall and potential severe thunderstorms. Some areas may have the opportunity to see the northern lights on Thanksgiving night. The holiday period is expected to see a record number of travelers, with nearly 80 million Americans expected to travel, including 71.7 million by car and 5.8 million by plane. Drivers should be cautious of icy bridges, as they freeze faster than roads and pose a greater danger.

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