A strong winter storm is bringing snow squalls and biting winds to millions of people in the Northeast on Thursday.

Footage from Nathan Voytovic shows strong winds, blowing snow and poor visibility early Thursday morning in New Buffalo Beach, Michigan. Voytovick described the weather as “crazy.”

Snow squalls warnings were issued in several states North Dakota To Ohio, Pennsylvania, new York And New Jersey over the past two days, and meteorologists warned people of the dangerous and potentially life-threatening travel Conditions due to the Blowing snow resulting in whiteout conditions.

Black ice and blizzard conditions caused numerous car accidents Wednesday evening, including a pileup on Highway 40 near Holland, Michigan. No serious injuries were reported. To combat the heavy snowfall and strong winds, over 930 road crews across the state are working tirelessly to keep roads clear and safe.

Snow squalls and blizzards lead to dangerous travel while the winter storm destroys major lakes in the Northeast

Winter weather warnings for more than 17 million people extend from Michigan to Maineincluding Blizzard warnings in some places.

Janice Pantelleria witnessed a rare and beautiful natural phenomenon outside her home in Paw Paw, Michigan: snow rollers. These cylindrical snow formations, created by strong winds and certain snow conditions, transformed her yard into a winter wonderland.

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Snow rollers are a rare sight and require a specific combination of factors including strong winds, light powder and a slippery surface.

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Heavy snow squalls are expected to cause whiteout conditions and icy roads, making travel extremely dangerous. Strong winds with gusts of up to 80 km/h led to power outages and downed trees.

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FOX weather correspondent Robert Ray was in Erie, Pennsylvania, Thursday morning when conditions worsened with wind gusts exceeding 30 miles per hour, making conditions even more treacherous. A blizzard warning remains in effect for the city through Saturday.

Between last Friday and Monday, the city was blanketed with a staggering 31.9 inches of snow, marking the sixth-highest four-day snowfall in the city’s history.

FOX weather correspondent Robert Ray reports live from snowy Erie, Pennsylvania, where heavy snow and strong winds will occur again on Thursday.

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Cleveland, Ohio is once again bearing the brunt of a strong lake-effect snowstorm. More than 930 road crews are working to keep up with the heavy snowfall, which has turned into pure lake-effect snow. The city’s winter storm warning remains in effect until 4 a.m. Friday, with heavy snow expected to continue throughout the day.

FOX weather correspondent Brandy Campbell was in Mentor, Ohio, on Thursday to take a look at the treacherous travel conditions.

Significant snowfall accumulations are forecast, particularly in the lake effect snowbelts. Areas along the central Appalachians and inland New England could see up to a foot or two of snow, adding to already impressive snowfall totals.

As the storm system moves through, cold arctic air will settle over the Northeast, bringing dangerously cold temperatures and wind chill.