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Looking ahead, significant changes in weather patterns will take place. Following the effects of the recent winter storm, cold air will persist across the eastern United States, with strong winds dominating the conditions. This is accompanied by a jet stream composed of digging troughs that channel moisture, resulting in sustained winter weather.
By the weekend, the jet stream is projected to shift, promoting milder weather conditions in many parts of the country. This pattern change signals a potential end to extreme weather as warm air begins to accumulate along the Gulf Coast and the Southeast. This alteration in temperatures indicates an upcoming respite from the bitter cold, particularly significant given the harsh conditions experienced in prior days.