A powerful winter storm is blasting the Northwest with heavy snow and fierce winds, as residents are warned to stay off the roads.

Winter weather advisories were in place in Washington and Alaska. These are issued "for any amount of freezing rain, or when 2 to 4 inches of snow (alone or in combination with sleet and freezing rain ...

Storm Watches have been posted for the ridges along with areas north of Allegheny County for freezing rain or a wintry mix.

Our next weathermaker moves in Wednesday night and Thursday. Winter Storm Watches have been posted for the ridges along with ...