A major winter storm is expected to sweep across much of the U.S. this weekend — likely bringing bitter cold and heavy snow to Western Pennsylvania.
Why it matters: The storm could deliver one of the region’s biggest snowfalls in years, raising the risk of dangerous travel conditions, power outages, and a familiar rush on bread and milk.
Zoom in: Southwestern Pennsylvania, including the Pittsburgh metro, is forecast to see as much as 8 to 12 inches of snow, National Weather Service Pittsburgh meteorologist Bill Modzelewski told Axios Thursday morning.
- Snow is expected to start late Saturday night, intensifying Sunday afternoon and evening before ending early Monday.
- The NWS says areas farther north toward I-80 may see slightly lower totals — around 6 to 10 inches — while the Laurel Highlands could pick up a foot or more.
What they’re saying: “We’re fairly confident snowfall should have a widespread impact across the area,” Modzelewski said…