Tuesday, January 21, 2025 Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas are bracing for an unusual winter storm set to bring heavy snow, dangerously cold temperatures, and treacherous travel conditions starting early Tuesday. Residents are urged to prepare for significant disruptions as snowfall and high winds create hazardous conditions. Snowfall is expected to begin early Tuesday morning and persist throughout the day.
Widespread accumulations of 4 to 6 inches are forecast across the region, with localized totals of 5 to 8 inches near the I-10 corridor in Louisiana. Some isolated areas could see up to 10 inches of snow. Snowfall rates of up to 1 inch per hour, combined with wind gusts reaching 35 mph, may create dangerous whiteout conditions.
Aspect Details Flights Canceled Approximately 2,700 flights canceled Flights Delayed Around 7,000 delays r Major Airlines Affected American Airlines, Delta, and other major carriers heavily impacted Airports Impacted Major airports across the U.S., including hubs in affected regions Travel Recommendations Travelers advised to check flight statuses and prepare for further disruptions The heaviest snowfall is projected to occur between 10 a.
m. and 3 p.m.
Tuesday, after which skies are expected to gradually clear from northwest to southeast between 4 p.m. and 6 p.
m. Travel will be nearly impossible on Tuesday, particularly on elevated roadways and bridges, where snow and ice will accumulate rapidly. Authorities are advising residents to.
