heavy snow warning

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A winter storm warning was issued for parts of the US as heavy snow of up to 3 feet and strong winds threaten travel and safety in mountainous and surrounding regions.

An urgent winter storm warning has been declared for multiple regions, including mountainous areas such as the Bitterroot and Sapphire Mountains and parts of east Idaho. Forecasters predict up to three feet of heavy snow accompanied by gusty winds reaching 30 mph, creating hazardous travel conditions especially on major routes like I-90 and mountain passes. The severe weather is expected to disrupt daily activities and requires residents and travelers to exercise caution.