Snowy Surprises: Christmas Eve Travel Trouble

Christmas Eve might look like a snowy wonderland, but it's not all fun and games. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued winter weather alerts across the country. This means heavy snow, icy roads, and travel headaches for millions. Millions of Americans are planning to travel for the holidays. AAA expects 122. 4 million people to hit the road, rails, or skies. But with snow in the forecast, flights could be delayed, and roads might be slick. The Northeast is already feeling the chill. A quick winter storm hit on Tuesday, causing schools to close early. New York is expecting up to 3 inches of snow, while Massachusetts could see 5 inches. Maine and New Hampshire might get up to 6 inches. Vermont is bracing for up to 8 inches.Out West, the Pacific Northwest and California are also in for some snow. Washington could see 2 to 5 inches, while the Oregon Cascades might get up to 6 inches. California's Sierra Nevada mountains could see a whopping 7 feet of snow! That's a lot of shoveling. Utah and Alaska are also expecting snow. Utah could see up to 15 inches in high-elevation areas. Alaska might get up to 6 inches. All this snow means travel could be tough. The NWS warns that driving could be difficult or even impossible in some areas. Gusty winds might bring down tree branches, adding to the mess.