The polar vortex: What to know about the weather feature responsible for the arctic blast
The vortex is essentially an area of low pressure in the upper layers of the atmosphere over the polar region. This vortex consists of powerful westerly winds in the stratosphere, about 10 to 30 miles about the North Pole, according to Climate.gov.
Polar Vortex Wintry Blast Will Chill Much of US. Here's What You Should Know
The first big Arctic outbreak of 2025 is expected to bring cold temperatures as well as ice and heavy snow to states into next week.
Polar Vortex Maps Show How Far Temperatures Could Plunge in Each State
Bitter temperatures are forecast to hit swathes of the U.S. this weekend as a polar vortex—the area of cold air that circulates around the Arctic—expands, with the National Weather Service predicting that the cold snap could last well into January.
Polar vortex could bring deadly winter storms and coldest weather in more than a decade to US
An expanding polar vortex is expected to lower temperatures across the eastern half of the U.S., with the potential for record-breaking cold in January.
Polar vortex expected to bring winter chill, but little snow, to Santa Fe
The polar vortex set to hammer much of the country with extreme winter weather this week is expected to spare Santa Fe from the snowfall — but not from the low temperatures or high winds. Starting Tuesday evening and lasting through Friday,
Polar vortex to bring blast of extreme cold to New York
NEW YORK CITY - As a wave of extreme cold grips the U.S. this weekend, many are wondering about the polar vortex – a phenomenon responsible for plunging temperatures and icy conditions. Here's a closer look at what the polar vortex is and how it impacts weather patterns.
Kansas City Airport Closes Amid Midwest Polar Vortex
Kansas City Airport closes amid a severe winter storm and polar vortex, causing major travel disruptions across the Midwest.
Polar vortex to hit Texas with arctic air starting Monday. 4 maps show how cold it'll get
A polar vortex is bringing arctic air into the country next week. Forecast maps show when freezing temperatures will sweep ...
Polar vortex: How to protect your home from freezing temperatures. Pipes, thermostat tips
A polar vortex is set to bring freezing temperatures to much of the country over the next week. Here's what you need to do to ...
Ohio Polar Vortex Forecast: Midwest To Be Consumed by Cold Snap
Storm Blair is expected to move through Ohio on Sunday, bringing snow and sleet accumulations of between 5 and 9 inches on ...
What is a polar vortex? How to stay safe, protect pets from Arctic temps hitting next week
A polar vortex is hitting most of the country in the next few days. What does it mean? How to protect yourself and pets ...
From energy savings to road safety, tips to stay warm and safe during the polar vortex
Are you ready for the Arctic blast? Here are tips and ways to stay safe during the polar vortex in Texas at home and on the roads.
Polar Vortex Forecast Gets Worse as Meteorologists Sound Alarm
The National Weather Service has advised the public to check the forecast for their area on weather.gov to ensure they are ...
Already stung by reduced crop estimate, Florida citrus industry now faces polar vortex
A polar vortex with the potential to damage Florida's seasonal citrus crop is expected to descend on the state next week -- ...