What makes a blizzard different from an ordinary snowstorm?
There are three criteria a snow storm must reach to become an official blizzard, and the amount of snowfall isn't one of them.
There are three criteria a snow storm must reach to become an official blizzard, and the amount of snowfall isn't one of them.
How cold will temperatures get for NFL wild card game in Kansas City?
Cold air from the Arctic will be blasting its way into the Lower 48 starting Thursday and filtering into the central U.S. through early next week.
Cold air from the Arctic will be blasting its way into the Lower 48 starting Thursday and filtering into the central U.S. through early next week.
DC snow forecast: Chances increase for first widespread snowfall of season next week
The chances of the Washington, D.C. area seeing its first extensive snowfall of the winter season next week have increased, says FOX 5’s Tucker Barnes.
The chances of the Washington, D.C. area seeing its first extensive snowfall of the winter season next week have increased, says FOX 5’s Tucker Barnes.
DC snow forecast: Arctic blast Monday; chance for snow into Tuesday?
D.C. snow lovers - keep your eyes on next week!
D.C. snow lovers - keep your eyes on next week!
DC prepares for more rain, wind Friday ahead of Arctic blast, snow risk next week
Going back to the start of meteorological winter on Dec. 1, D.C. is off to its wettest start to a winter in history.
Going back to the start of meteorological winter on Dec. 1, D.C. is off to its wettest start to a winter in history.
How to prevent frozen pipes amid freeze warning
Common causes of frozen pipes are a sudden drop in temperature, poor insulation or an incorrectly programmed thermostat.
Common causes of frozen pipes are a sudden drop in temperature, poor insulation or an incorrectly programmed thermostat.
How to prevent frozen pipes amid freeze warnings
Common causes of frozen pipes are a sudden drop in temperature, poor insulation or an incorrectly programmed thermostat.
Common causes of frozen pipes are a sudden drop in temperature, poor insulation or an incorrectly programmed thermostat.
DC area expecting heavy rain, wind as 2 powerful winter storms eye central, eastern US
Two powerful, potentially blizzard-level storms will impact the eastern half of the country this week. One during the early workweek, with the second coming at the tail end. On Sunday, the first blizzard warnings were issued ahead of the early week system for parts of the Southern Plains, where the system will take form on Monday.
Two powerful, potentially blizzard-level storms will impact the eastern half of the country this week. One during the early workweek, with the second coming at the tail end. On Sunday, the first blizzard warnings were issued ahead of the early week system for parts of the Southern Plains, where the system will take form on Monday.
Nor'easter slams Northeast with a foot of snow, flash freeze could lead to dangerous travel in New England
Heavy snow was reported from the Northeast to New England, with several communities reporting more than a foot of snow that slowed travel as millions of Americans were faced with the messy winter weather.
Heavy snow was reported from the Northeast to New England, with several communities reporting more than a foot of snow that slowed travel as millions of Americans were faced with the messy winter weather.
Winter storm warnings issued, 45 million on alert for East Coast nor'easter
The East Coast's first major winter storm of the year could bring several inches of snow to some areas and disrupt life for 45 million people in the Northeast.
The East Coast's first major winter storm of the year could bring several inches of snow to some areas and disrupt life for 45 million people in the Northeast.
Winter Storm Watches, Warnings for Maryland & Virginia in effect as snow heads towards region
Winter Storm Watches and Warnings have been issued for portions of Maryland and Virginia as a developing weekend storm that’s expected to bring significant snow accumulations to areas north and west of the nation’s capital moves in our direction.
Winter Storm Watches and Warnings have been issued for portions of Maryland and Virginia as a developing weekend storm that’s expected to bring significant snow accumulations to areas north and west of the nation’s capital moves in our direction.
Frederick County gears up for weekend snowstorm, officials urge caution
Frederick County officials have been working to prepare for the anticipated winter weather this weekend along with other jurisdictions.
Frederick County officials have been working to prepare for the anticipated winter weather this weekend along with other jurisdictions.
DC prepares for first winter storm in 2 years as powerful blizzard eyes Midwest next week
The snow may come down steady enough to even coat the ground and some untreated roadways in a few places. The winter wonderland portion of this storm is not expected to last long though here in D.C.
The snow may come down steady enough to even coat the ground and some untreated roadways in a few places. The winter wonderland portion of this storm is not expected to last long though here in D.C.
Fire whirl captured on video when meteorologist burns away ice from driveway
A small fire whirl was captured on video by a North Dakota meteorologist who says it formed after he used gasoline to clear ice from his driveway following a major winter storm.
A small fire whirl was captured on video by a North Dakota meteorologist who says it formed after he used gasoline to clear ice from his driveway following a major winter storm.
Winter storm prep: VDOT brine trucks pre-treat highways, prioritize key routes
FOX 5 followed behind some of the VDOT trucks that were out pre-treating the roads Thursday night.
FOX 5 followed behind some of the VDOT trucks that were out pre-treating the roads Thursday night.
DC snow forecast: Most significant snowfall in 2 years possible Saturday for parts of DC metro area
A slushy mix of snow could be on the ground by Saturday afternoon as the Washington, D.C. area prepares for its first significant snowfall of the season - and possibly the most snow parts of the metro area have seen over the last two years.
A slushy mix of snow could be on the ground by Saturday afternoon as the Washington, D.C. area prepares for its first significant snowfall of the season - and possibly the most snow parts of the metro area have seen over the last two years.
Early snowfall expected Saturday before shift to rain across DC region
The FOX 5 Weather Team has been closely monitoring a winter storm that is expected to impact the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic on Saturday and Sunday.
The FOX 5 Weather Team has been closely monitoring a winter storm that is expected to impact the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic on Saturday and Sunday.
DC snow forecast: Chance for first significant winter storm next weekend
Could the D.C. area see its first significant winter storm next weekend?
Could the D.C. area see its first significant winter storm next weekend?
DC Snow Forecast: Potential weekend storm likely to bring snow, cold rain, or mix of both
The D.C. region is welcoming 2024 with our first chance of a winter storm in several years. FOX 5’s Mike Thomas and Tucker Barnes are tracking the potential weekend storm.
The D.C. region is welcoming 2024 with our first chance of a winter storm in several years. FOX 5’s Mike Thomas and Tucker Barnes are tracking the potential weekend storm.
Snow possible on New Year's Day in DC area after weekend of sun and mild temperatures
Clouds will mix with sun as the year comes to the close, with colder weather and perhaps a few snowflakes to kick off 2024.
Clouds will mix with sun as the year comes to the close, with colder weather and perhaps a few snowflakes to kick off 2024.