Northeastern States (US)

• Winter Storm Batters Minnesota, Bringing ‘Potentially Life-Threatening Travel Conditions’ - Blizzard warnings were posted in the western part of the state. Whiteout conditions reduced visibility on the roads as numerous crashes were reported.
• How New York Is Preparing for Its First Major Snowstorm in Years - Streets were brined, plows were ready and flights were canceled as the metropolitan region braced for up to 10 inches of snow.