The season’s first Arctic outbreak is sweeping across the U.S. during Thanksgiving, bringing freezing temperatures and snowfall. Arctic air from Siberia is causing temperatures to drop up to 25°F below normal, affecting most of the continental U.S. Regions near the Great Lakes and Northeast are expecting snow, while freezing conditions may reach as far south as the Gulf Coast.
The National Weather Service warns of “dangerous wind chills” in the Upper Midwest and heavy snow near the Great Lakes. Sudden cold can damage infrastructure, agriculture, and ecosystems, with risks of frozen pipes and crop losses.
Thanksgiving travelers face challenges from rain in the East, snow in the Northeast, and freezing weather in the South. AAA predicts record travel numbers, urging drivers to stay cautious amid wet and icy conditions.
