In the primary snowbelt east of Cleveland, conditions are expected to be more intense. A lake-effect snow warning is in effect for Lake, Geauga and Ashtabula counties until 7 a.m. Thursday, where 4 to 10 inches of additional snow is possible, along with wind gusts up to 35 mph that could cause blowing and drifting snow.

People across the Pittsburgh area will ring in 2026 amid cold temperatures and heavy snow. Weather forecasts for New Year's Eve call for snow on Wednesday night. For most areas near Pittsburgh, the snow will start wrapping up before sunrise on New Year's Day,

A "bomb cyclone" is intensifying severe winter weather for millions of people across the U.S. The system is expected to knock out power and disrupt holiday travel.

A northwesterly jet sends down a series of snow-making clipper systems plus a surge of Arctic air to Upper Michigan, leading to a frigid start to 2026. Heavy bursts of snow, reduced visibilities/localized whiteouts are possible in the northwest wind belts -- mainly Eastern U.

Travel is expected to be slippery and hazardous for New Year’s Eve celebrations. Bursts of snow will quickly cover roads, and visibility could drop to near zero.

The National Weather Service released a snow squall warning at 10:14 p.m. on Wednesday in effect until 11:15 p.m. for Butler, Clarion, Lawrence, Mercer and Venango counties.

First, you need relatively warm water temperatures, which is why this occurs more often in the first half of winter. Next, you need cold air and a wind flowing off the water. As that happens, the wind picks up the moisture from the lakes and as it rises through the clouds narrow bands of heavy snow can develop off the lake.

The National Weather Service issued an updated report at 1:31 p.m. on Tuesday for heavy snow until 2:30 p.m. for Berkshire County.

Overnight into the morning, Syracuse has accumulated 11 inches of snow within just 5 hours, with more on the way. FOX Weather Correspondent Katie Byrne is live in Syracuse where snow continues to fall and whipping winds are causing whiteout conditions.

Heavy snow and strong winds accompanied an atmospheric river over parts of California. These maps show snow totals.

A 'bomb cyclone' is intensifying severe winter weather for millions of people across the U.S. The system is expected to knock out power and disrupt holiday travel.