DC winter storm: Budget-friendly power outage shopping list

Now is the time to make sure you have emergency supplies in case you lose power during the incoming winter storm. Here's a shopping list to build an emergency kit for a family of four for under $100.

DC winter storm: Your pre-snow storm shopping list

Roughly 150 million Americans are under winter weather watches or warnings for extreme cold as a potentially catastrophic ice storm will stretch from New Mexico to the Carolinas.

How much snow is expected on Sunday? Here's what the models show so far

The Washington, D.C., region is bracing for a significant snowstorm this weekend, with the National Weather Service warning of an "Extreme" level threat. 

Winter Storm Watch Saturday into Monday as heavy snow threat builds in DC region

A Winter Storm Watch is in place from Saturday evening through Monday morning as a surge of Arctic air moves into the Washington, D.C. region, bringing the threat of heavy snow, dangerous cold and the potential for travel delays and school disruptions.

Winter Storm Watch for DC region
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A Winter Storm Watch is in place from Saturday into Monday as a heavy snow threat builds in the D.C. region.

Winter Storm Watch Saturday into Monday
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A Winter Storm Watch is in place from Saturday evening through Monday morning as a surge of Arctic air moves into the Washington, D.C. region, bringing the threat of heavy snow, dangerous cold and the potential for travel delays and school disruptions.

Why snow amounts are still uncertain ahead of weekend winter storm in DC, Virginia, Maryland

If you’ve noticed snow forecasts changing ahead of this weekend’s winter storm, you’re not alone, but it doesn’t mean forecasters are guessing. It means the atmosphere is still sorting out key details.

DC snowstorm, Arctic blast threaten region this weekend

A surge of Arctic air is set to move into the Washington, D.C. region this weekend, bringing the threat of heavy snow, dangerous cold and the potential for travel delays and school disruptions.

DC Weather: Winter Storm Watch in effect Saturday
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A Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Saturday evening through Monday morning across the Washington, D.C. region as all eyes turn to a weekend snowstorm moving into the region.

DMV residents prepare for weekend winter storm
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If you're wondering why so many people are stocking up on wednesday for a weekend storm, well, there's a good reason for that – there's actually a nationwide ice melt shortage. So while there are lots of bags here for now, once they're gone, they're gone. FOX 5’s Homa Bash has more. 

Winter weather preparations underway across DMV
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As we brace for what could be our first snowstorm of the season, planning and preparation are underway for those who want to make sure the roads are safe. FOX 5's Gwen Tolbart spoke with authorities to see how they are putting things in place at this stage for Sunday.

Do trees actually explode from 'extreme' cold?

Can trees really explode in the extreme cold? Rumors are spreading on social media that the frigid temperatures in the Upper Midwest this week could mean exploding trees. FOX 9's Cody Matz breaks down this viral claim.

Weekend winter storm: DMV prepares for snow threat

Transportation crews across the Washington, D.C. region are preparing for a winter storm that has the potential to drop a significant amount of snow across the area.

DC weather: How much snow is expected?
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The Washington, D.C., region is bracing for a significant snowstorm this weekend that could bring major accumulations to the nation’s capital and surrounding areas.

What is the polar vortex? Why it matters as snow and Arctic cold threaten the Northeast

What is the polar vortex? This article explains what a polar vortex is in simple terms, how it influences winter weather in the U.S., and why meteorologists talk about it during major cold events.

Snow preparations underway ahead of potential weekend snow storm
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A bitter blast of cold air settles over the D.C. region Tuesday as all eyes turn to a potential weekend winter storm that could deliver significant snowfall. Gwen Tolbart reports on preparations underway, plus Mike Thomas has the latest forecast.