"Moderate to heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 8 inches for a storm total of 8 to 10 inches with 10 to 16 inches possible on northwestern slopes," NWS Vermont said in the 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.

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.

The National Weather Service tailors its winter warnings based on what’s considered “disruptive weather” for each region of the U.S.

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

An updated winter storm warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 12:45 a.m. in effect until 7 p.m. for Southeastern St. Lawrence, Southern Franklin and Western Clinton.

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.

The National Weather Service issued an updated winter weather advisory at 6:59 a.m. on Monday in effect until 1 p.m. for Potter and Cameron counties.