A cold snap is expected to hit much of the United States, bringing below freezing temperatures and snow. In Atlanta, an arctic cold airmass is expected to hit, causing temperatures to plummet. The National Weather Service in Atlanta warned that some locations will stay below freezing for a few days.
In Connecticut, up to 10 inches of snow is expected, with 600 snowplows and specialized snow removal equipment on standby to deploy. Governor Ned Lamont urged motorists to plan ahead, stay home, and take it slow if they need to drive.
In New York City, a winter weather alert was issued for Sunday and Monday, with two to five inches of snow accumulation expected. Temperatures are also expected to drop below freezing, creating hazardous travel conditions. Mayor Eric Adams warned residents to keep streets safe and clean, and reach out to connect unsheltered New Yorkers to shelters.
Several cities are opening warming centers to provide shelter from the cold weather. In Alabama, warming centers will open across Dale, Mobile, and Houston counties. In Columbus, Ohio, five community centers will serve as warming stations. In Houston, 10 warming centers will be open, and in Chicago, a list of centers open on Monday will be available on the city’s website.
Meteorologists warn of extreme cold, with temperatures in the upper 20s and low 30s expected Sunday night into Monday morning. The National Weather Service in Tallahassee, Florida, warned of severe weather and heavy rain throughout the day, with bitter cold starting Sunday night.
The cold snap has led to the cancellation of several Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations, including the parade and march in New Orleans, and the parade in Baltimore.
