An extremely dangerous and disruptive winter storm is expanding and intensifying in the southern and central U.S. and is forecast to bring freezing rain, severe icing, heavy snow and frigid air to more than 30 states from Texas to New England this weekend.
“This is a powerful and dangerous winter storm with extreme ice in the South, heavy snow targeting the Northeast, and the risk of severe thunderstorms near the Gulf Coast,” AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Dan Pydynowski said in a release. “This winter storm will shut it all down.”
With snow, ice, and sleet creating hazardous conditions, AAA – The Auto Club Group urges drivers to take proactive steps to stay safe on winter roads. Winter weather can be deadly: the U.S. Department of Transportation reports that each year, 1,300 people are killed and 116,000 are injured in crashes on snowy or icy pavement.
“Winter driving hazards such as slick ice, snow-packed roads, and reduced traction make braking and steering treacherous,’ said Montrae Waiters, spokeswoman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Speeding, tailgating, and poorly maintained vehicles amplify the danger, so prepping your car with winter tires, a strong battery, and proper fluid levels is essential for safety.”
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