What are some different types of winter storms?
Blizzards: Winds of 35 mph or more with snow and blowing snow reducing visibility to less than 1 mile for at least 3 hours. Blowing Snow: Wind-driven snow that reduces visibility. Blowing snow may be falling snow and/or snow on the ground picked up by the wind. Snow Squalls: Brief, intense snow showers accompanied by strong, gusty winds. Accumulation may be significant. Snow Showers: Snow falling at varying intensities for brief periods of time. Some accumulation is possible. Snow Flurries: Light snow falling for short durations with little or no accumulation. Ice Storms: May include freezing rain or sleet. What types of winter storms are more common in the different areas of the United States? Mid Atlantic and New England States: Heavy snow showers, blizzards, and ice storms. Southeastern and Gulf Coast States: Ice storms, occasional snow. Midwest and Plains States: Heavy snow showers, blizzards, and ice storms. Rocky Mountain States: Heavy snow showers, blizzards. Alaska: Heavy snow
