Millions of Americans are gearing up for holiday travel this week, but weather across the country could cause delays. From rain and snow on the West Coast to icy conditions in the Midwest and Northeast, travelers may face disruptions on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, The Weather Channel reports. A major weather system will bring several days of rain and snow to the West, particularly affecting California, Oregon, and Washington. Some areas in the Pacific Northwest could see heavy rain, while mountain snow is expected at higher elevations. A new storm will arrive on Christmas afternoon, bringing more rain and wind to the region. Localized flash flooding is possible in northwest California and southwest Oregon. To the east, snow, freezing rain, and ice could affect parts of the Midwest and Northeast. From central Wisconsin to New York, travelers should expect slippery roads, especially in the morning hours before temperatures warm above freezing. The Northeast could see light snow accumulations on Christmas Eve, with some freezing rain or drizzle in the mid-Atlantic states. In the South, rain showers and thunderstorms are expected to impact areas from eastern Texas to Missouri on Christmas Eve, with wet weather continuing in the lower Mississippi Valley on Christmas Day. While severe storms are unlikely, heavy rain and slippery roads are the main travel concerns.
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07:26 AM EST
Winter weather warnings in 16 states as 14 inches of snow to hit
Early on Monday, the National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for 16 states across the U.S., with up to 18 inches of snow forecast in parts of the country.
The NWS winter weather advisories are issued "for any amount of freezing rain, or when two to four inches of snow (alone or in combination with sleet and freezing rain), is expected to cause a significant inconvenience."
This year, millions of Americans are expected to travel for the holiday season.
With Christmas now just around the corner, many Americans may already be en route to their destinations, making the weather forecast for the next few days particularly significant for travel plans.
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07:23 AM EST
Snow, ice, and rain impacting travel across U.S. Monday
On Monday, light snow and freezing rain will move from the upper Midwest and Great Lakes toward the Northeast, according to The Weather Channel. Snow accumulations are expected to range from 1 to 4 inches in areas including central Wisconsin, Lower Michigan, western Pennsylvania, and parts of New York and New England, creating slippery travel conditions.
Some light ice accumulations are possible from southern Wisconsin to southern Lower Michigan, leading to hazardous roads, especially on bridges and overpasses, before temperatures rise above freezing.
In the West, rain will spread across Northern California, western Oregon, and western Washington, with snow expected at higher elevations in the Cascades by Monday night. Light snow will continue in the northern Rockies. Travelers should also be prepared for potential delays at airports, including San Francisco, Chicago, and Detroit, as weather impacts travel.
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