The federal National Weather Service (NWS) has imposed winter weather advisory alerts for parts of California, Nevada, Michigan, Maine and New York state. According to the NWS, up to 14 inches of snow could hit some elevated areas over the weekend,

Winter weather warnings have been issued in four states, with blowing snow expected to hit some areas this weekend. Freezing temperatures pose health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups such as infants and older adults. Snow can disrupt travel and create dangerous driving conditions, while winter storms may also cause power outages.