ATLANTA (AP) — With many Americans still recovering from severe winter conditions, another storm is expected to hit the southern United States this weekend. Forecasters predict an ice storm that could weigh down power lines and disrupt travel across the South as temperatures remain low.
As an arctic air mass moves south from Canada, it will clash with moisture spreading from the Gulf, creating the potential for a significant winter storm, according to meteorologist Bryan Jackson. The combination of these elements will likely lead to impactful weather, particularly in North Georgia.
An atmospheric river could direct precipitation from Texas through the Gulf Coast and into the Carolinas, raising warnings from the National Weather Service. Atlanta may experience significant ice accumulations, posing risks to local infrastructure as temperatures are projected to rise only to 35 degrees Fahrenheit (about 1.7 degrees Celsius) early next week.
Travel disruptions are anticipated, especially in the South, where snowfall and ice removal capabilities are limited. Major airport hubs in cities like Atlanta, Dallas, and Charlotte may face extensive delays due to the inclement weather. Meanwhile, the northern states remain locked in a deep freeze, with the upcoming blast of arctic air set to be particularly severe.
Texas is expected to experience some of the earliest impacts, with temperatures dropping significantly and a mix of wintry weather in the forecast. Forecasters emphasize that the storm's path and intensity are still uncertain, making its effects hard to predict.
As an arctic air mass moves south from Canada, it will clash with moisture spreading from the Gulf, creating the potential for a significant winter storm, according to meteorologist Bryan Jackson. The combination of these elements will likely lead to impactful weather, particularly in North Georgia.
An atmospheric river could direct precipitation from Texas through the Gulf Coast and into the Carolinas, raising warnings from the National Weather Service. Atlanta may experience significant ice accumulations, posing risks to local infrastructure as temperatures are projected to rise only to 35 degrees Fahrenheit (about 1.7 degrees Celsius) early next week.
Travel disruptions are anticipated, especially in the South, where snowfall and ice removal capabilities are limited. Major airport hubs in cities like Atlanta, Dallas, and Charlotte may face extensive delays due to the inclement weather. Meanwhile, the northern states remain locked in a deep freeze, with the upcoming blast of arctic air set to be particularly severe.
Texas is expected to experience some of the earliest impacts, with temperatures dropping significantly and a mix of wintry weather in the forecast. Forecasters emphasize that the storm's path and intensity are still uncertain, making its effects hard to predict.
