Widespread high winds capable of power outages, rapid fire spread and tree damage are expected in the Plains and parts of the Midwest. Blizzard conditions are also possible in the Northern Plains.

The storm tracking into the West will bring rain and mountain snow to that region and then possible blizzard conditions to the Northern Plains. High winds will be widespread and could kick up blowing dust and contribute to a high fire danger in the Southwest and Plains.

This storm will enter California and the West Coast on Wednesday with rain and mountain snow. It will then head into the central and eastern states late this week into the weekend with severe weather,