Winter Storm Warning begins at 9 p.m. in Chicago
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Eight US states are bracing for severe winter weather this weekend, with the NWS warning of snow, ice, and strong winds disrupting travel and power., US News, Times Now
In some regions, the NWS warned that the hazardous conditions could affect the commuters on Monday, as travel may become difficult or even impossible during periods of intense snowfall.
Snow totals of 8 to 12 inches are expected in areas where lake effect snow plumes form. In areas where they linger, localized totals could be much higher, topping out at 12 to 18 inches.
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The National Weather Service issued an updated winter weather advisory at 2:48 a.m. EST on Saturday valid from 7 p.m. EST until Monday 7 a.m. EST for Ontonagon and Gogebic counties.
An impending polar vortex is set to plunge temperatures across the eastern US into the 30s and 40s Fahrenheit. The National Weather Service warns of significant cold and snow.