Snow squalls can happen at a moment's notice and pose extreme danger to motorists who are unfortunate enough to drive into this sudden burst of heavy snow.

NOAA's National Weather Service issued snow squall warnings as a storm heads to NJ. What is a squall, how long does it last, and is it dangerous?

Illinois was hit with snow squalls Wednesday, bringing strong gusts and quick periods of accumulation. Here's how much more snow we're supposed to get.

The National Weather Service issued an updated snow squall warning at 6:21 p.m. on Sunday in effect until 7 p.m. for Centre and Clinton counties.

A snow squall hit Chicago on Wednesday, January 14, bringing snow and low visibility to the area.Footage here, filmed by X user @MrWillis907, shows the scene at Chicago Midway International Airport.“A pretty intense snow squall is rolling through,

At 3:25 a.m. on Thursday, the National Weather Service issued an updated snow squall warning in effect until 4:30 a.m. for Sussex and Warren counties.

Early Thursday morning, a snow squall warning was issued for northeastern Pennsylvania. Unlike longer snowstorms, snow squalls are brief but perilous, making travel hazardous. , US News, Times Now

A snow squall swept across multiple counties in Central Illinois Wednesday morning, causing 45-50 mile-per-hour winds and near-zero visibility. Illinois State Police said they responded to 14 crashes and 10 motorist assists in the areas impacted by the squall.

On Thursday at 5:28 a.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated snow squall warning in effect until 6:30 a.m. for Bergen County.

Indiana Toll Road on Jan. 14, 2026, due to heavy snowfall, resulting in minor injuries and traffic diversions.