Across northern and central Minnesota, multiple winter storm watches are in effect, with snow possibly reaching up to 9 inches in some places between Tuesday and Wednesday. Parts of northern and southern North Dakota are likely to see at least 4 inches of snow, along with strong winds, between Monday and Tuesday.

Winter is the busiest period for the NHS, with the flu season, an increase in respiratory conditions, and colder weather all adding to the challenges facing the health service. Frontline staff across the North East and Cumbria tell us how they are getting ready for increased demand.

On Monday at 12:49 p.m. the NWS Pendleton OR released a winter weather advisory valid from Tuesday 10 a.m. until Wednesday 4 a.m. for Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest.

A potent storm system moving across central and eastern Texas has begun affecting departures at the busiest airport in the state.

The NWS in Buffalo has issued multiple winter storm watches for areas across western and north-central New York, with the potential for heavy lake-effect snow, strong winds, and dangerous travel conditions during the busy Thanksgiving travel period.

These storm watches - which caution about hazardous driving, high winds and more than 2 feet of snow in some areas - are being issued ahead of a power storm system forecast to start tomorrow.

The first snowstorm of our cold season will bring rain and snow to the state and parts of the region Tuesday into early Wednesday.

At 3:01 p.m. on Monday, the NWS Seattle WA issued a winter weather advisory valid from Tuesday 10 a.m. until Wednesday 4 a.m. for Cascades of Pierce and Lewis counties.

"In previous years, I always uprooted my dahlias and kept them indoors for the winter," Martha explained in a blog post. "Now, I cover the entire bed with a thick layer of compost and an industrial-strength tarp, bordered by bales of hay. It's proven to be a great solution for protecting the plants so we have viable dahlias come spring."