There are plenty of rumors flying around on social media about a possible snowstorm hitting the East Coast. Usually, these rumors don’t come to fruition, but this time is different. Forecasts suggest that there is a growing likelihood of a significant snowstorm impacting parts of the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions over the weekend. While cities along the I-95 corridor may see a mix of rain and snow, snowfall chances increase further north.
Currently, a low-pressure system is positioned near the Aleutian Islands in the northeast Pacific Ocean, which is expected to move towards the Lower 48 States and potentially generate a storm near the Mid-Atlantic coast over the weekend. The exact path of this storm will greatly affect snowfall predictions in different areas, making it impossible to forecast specific details at this time. As the storm approaches, residents in major cities like Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York should be prepared for accumulating snow or a combination of snow, sleet, and rain. Weather forecasting models are in strong agreement that significant accumulations of rain or snow are probable, but it remains uncertain as to what type of precipitation these major cities will experience.
With many details still unclear, including the temperature and the movement of the storm, forecasters are struggling to predict the exact path and impact of the storm. These uncertainties have many people on edge as they await further updates and the latest forecasts as the weekend approaches.
