The storm's heaviest impacts shift today into the Mid-South, Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, where a dangerous mix of snow, sleet and ice is expected.

Airlines, transit systems and schools have announced extensive cancellations as a mix of snow, ice and freezing temperatures hit regions where nearly 200 million people live.

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced new travel restrictions and deployed National Guard members as New York braces for a massive winter storm expected to dump at least a foot of snow across most of the state through Monday afternoon.

What to Know Preliminary forecasts show 8-16 inches of snow can be expected for much of the region, including New York City, the Hudson Valley, nearly all of New Jersey and into Connecticut. Areas along the coast may see slightly lower totals,

The storm will bring heavy snow and “crippling” ice impacts to more than 170 million people across the country.

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency as weather forecasts project a major snowstorm this weekend.

A monstrous winter storm is expected to hit the tri-state area on Sunday — dumping up to 12 inches in some areas. A weather event like the one that is anticipated for the region makes for incredibly dangerous driving and travel conditions.

Meteorologist John Homenuk says the difference between a major storm and something even bigger comes down to the sleet line.