72 million at risk as strong winds and snow showers impact holiday weekend travel

Around 72 million people remain under wind alerts across the High Plains, Rocky Mountains and the Northeast where strong wind gusts and snow storms have been interrupting holiday weekend travel

Around 72 million people remain under wind alerts across the High Plains, Rocky Mountains and the Northeast where strong wind gusts and snow storms have been interrupting holiday weekend travel.

Strong wind gusts are targeting the High Plains region, where high fire danger was a concern through Friday night. The gusts will gradually recede overnight, and calmer conditions are anticipated through the weekend.

In Montana, snow showers, low visibility and gusty winds have created hazardous travel conditions, according to the National Weather Service.

President Donald Trump said that he approved a disaster declaration for the state due to the severe storms, according to a post on Truth Social.

Snowfall accumulations of 4 to 8 inches in Colorado combined with winds up to 50 mph have also created adverse travel conditions in the state.