Some snow in the area could come through snow squalls, Kines said. This phenomenon, defined as an intense but limited period of moderate or heavy snowfall and gusty winds, is often associated with strong cold fronts and can disrupt travel and reduce visibility.

The cold front will move across the Great Lakes into northeastern states by Thursday, bringing likely hazardous travel conditions.

A storm sweeping across southern Canada will unleash strong winds, snow showers and more lake-effect snow across the Midwest and Northeast.