Heavy snow, ice and brutal cold are expected to make this winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event, stretching across two-thirds of the U.S.

That also means snowfall for some. Lake Erie is over 90% covered, but there's still a LOT of open water. That means lake effect snow is still possible. Want the latest Power of 5 weather team updates wherever you go? Download the News 5 App free now: Apple | Android

Winter storm: Death toll rises as winter storm continues dumping snow across the U.S Heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain are slamming large parts of the U.S. as the dangerously cold weather causes major power outages and travel disruptions.

Tuesday has been another C-O-L-D winter day across Northeast Ohio! Temperatures are only in the lower teens Tuesday afternoon, with wind chills still subzero.

Reporters from across the NPR Network are covering the storm in each state — the impact and how officials are responding.

How many school closings are there for Monday? What are the road conditions like right now? What about parking bans or snow emergency levels in your county? We're following real-time updates throughout the wintry weather with everything you need to know.