Sleet, meanwhile, happens whenever snowflakes ... Freezing rain is the most dangerous of the three forms, and happens when snowflakes melt completely and do not refreeze before hitting the ground.

Winter weather-related warnings were in place for at least 11 states early on Thursday, with National Weather Service (NWS) meteorologists anticipating up to four feet of snow to hit some parts of the ...

People should stay off the roads and in their homes until the ice storm danger passes, authorities said. Falling trees and downed power lines are among the hazards.

sleet and freezing rain will cover the state on both Saturday and Sunday. The storm is expected to bring heavy snow and ice accumulation, with dangerous travel and power outages possible.

Forecasters urge residents to avoid travel, with dangerous conditions expected and potential power outages. The National Weather Service is predicting a mix of rain, sleet, freezing rain and high ...