12 US States Face Hazardous Winter Storm Warnings, Weather Forecast Through Saturday

As this “post-Christmas wallop” continues its eastward march, the National Weather Service emphasizes that the danger lies not just in the volume of snow, but in the extreme cold and wind following behind it. Residents in the path of the storm are advised to check their emergency kits, ensure their vehicles are equipped with cold-weather essentials, and avoid any non-essential travel. With temperatures expected to stay well below freezing into the first days of 2026, the priority remains protecting against frostbite and hypothermia during what is shaping up to be the coldest air of the season.