NWS warns of up to 18 inches of snow, hazardous roads, and power outages as a major winter storm hits Sunday through Monday

With the winter season upon us, winter weather warnings are bound to arise. The primary goal of a weather event warning is to help keep residents safe during a winter storm. The National Weather Service (NWS) has created a set list of criteria for when they issue a Winter Storm Warning.

We are taking a look at the different type of winter weather alerts ranging from a Winter Storm Warning to an Extreme Cold Warning.

According to meteorologists and climatologists, critical changes in two major atmospheric patterns—La Nina and the polar vortex—have put the U.S. at a possible “fork in the road” that will decide how the 2025-2026 winter unfolds.

Fully understanding these important terms can mean the difference between inconvenience and disaster during winter.

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Winter Storm Warning for Southeastern St. Lawrence County, with heavy snow and hazardous travel conditions expected from Sunday, Nov. 16, to Monday, Nov.

Conditions are worsening for people living in Gaza as winter weather sets in. Video shows heavy rainfall soaking people in tents. NBC News’ Matt Bradley reports on the new warning about a looming medical disaster.

A gale warning alert means there are high sustained winds or frequent gusts over a body of water, so they're reserved for communities near oceans, sounds or lakes.