URGENT UPDATE: A powerful Arctic blast is poised to plunge temperatures for over 100 million Americans this weekend, bringing widespread frost, freezes, and the season’s first significant snowfall. The cold front, originating in Canada, is expected to drive temperatures down by 20 to 30 degrees below average, starting November 10, and continuing into early next week.
Meteorologist Ryan Maue issued a stark warning on social media, stating, “The U.S. is skipping fall and going right to winter.” The wintry conditions are anticipated to create record-breaking lows across the central, eastern, and southern United States, potentially shattering records set in the 1800s.
Forecasts indicate that parts of the Southeast could feel temperatures akin to those in Nuuk, Greenland, with highs in cities like Atlanta predicted to be in the mid-40s on Monday, more than 20 degrees below average. By Monday, the icy air mass is expected to touch 155 million people, prompting officials to advise residents to protect outdoor plumbing and sensitive plants.
The Midwest will be the first to experience this Arctic onslaught, with daytime highs expected to drop into the 30s and 40s across the Northern Plains and Midwest. Wind chills could plummet into the single digits by Sunday morning in states like Nebraska, Iowa, Minnesota, and the Dakotas. The National Weather Service in Chicago warned of an “early taste of winter,” predicting lake-effect snow that could complicate travel conditions on untreated roads throughout Sunday and Monday.
In Michigan, residents are advised to prepare for the “first measurable snow” of the winter, with Mount Pleasant potentially receiving over 1 inch of snow. Meanwhile, cities across Ohio can expect snow showers extending into Monday.
As the cold front moves eastward, the Northeast will also feel its effects, but not until early next week. Areas in New Jersey might experience their coldest mornings of the season, while Washington, D.C., is currently under a frost advisory, preparing for a significant drop in temperatures.
The National Weather Service predicts that areas in the Southeast could challenge historical lows, especially in cities like Huntsville, Alabama, and Savannah, Georgia, as the cold air moves southward. Forecasters are closely monitoring the situation, emphasizing the need for residents to prepare for a drastic change in conditions.
Residents across the affected regions are urged to stay updated on the latest forecasts and take necessary precautions to stay warm and safe. This Arctic blast marks a significant shift in weather patterns and is expected to have lasting impacts on daily life and travel.
Stay tuned for further updates as this developing situation unfolds.
