NOAA is using those traditional forecasting models as frameworks for its new AI forecasting systems. The agency has estimated that the AI programs will require between 91% and 99% less computing resources than traditional models, while at the same time extending the life of a particular forecast, potentially by as much as 18 or 24 hours.

The timing of the winter storm is expected to turn roads treacherous on Friday evening across most of New Jersey with a mix of snow, sleet, freezing rain.