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About 56 million people are on alert in the northwestern US due to a winter storm
About 56 million people are under alert for a winter storm hitting the northeastern United States, where New York is facing its first blizzard warning in nine years. The National Weather Service forecasts accumulations of up to 45 centimeters of snow and dangerous gusts that could paralyze the region until Monday.
TL;DR
- 56 million people are under winter storm alerts in the northeastern US.
- New York City has issued its first blizzard warning in nine years.
- The National Weather Service predicts 23 to 45 centimeters of snow in affected cities.
- Strong winds and heavy snow are expected to continue until Monday.
- Travel is restricted to emergencies due to hazardous conditions.
- Eight skiers recently died in an avalanche during a snowstorm in Northern California.