A powerful winter storm is bringing intense lake-effect snow across the Great Lakes and parts of the Northeast, with some areas receiving more than five feet of snow. States like New York, Michigan, and Pennsylvania are under winter weather alerts, affecting millions of residents. Heavy snowfall has left commuters stranded, with major roads like I-90 temporarily closed. Upstate New York is particularly hard hit, with towns reporting snowfall totals of 3-6 feet. As the storm continues, authorities have declared a state of emergency and are urging residents to prepare for more heavy snow and bitter cold temperatures in the coming days.