Weak atmospheric river to kick off Thanksgiving travel in Washington

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An Arctic blast may bring cold and snow to the Great Lakes and Northeast around the Thanksgiving holiday.

The Pacific Northwest will experience rain and colder temperatures from a weak atmospheric river.

Multiple storm systems are expected to cause travel disruptions across the country on peak travel days.

Oregon and Washington will see rain and chilly temperatures, with a slight chance of mixed precipitation.

Another Arctic blast may be on the move toward the U.S., bringing the potential for bitter cold and heavy snow across the Great Lakes and Northeast — possibly starting over the holiday weekend and continuing into early December — though Washington will not feel too much impact.

However, in the Pacific Northwest, a weak atmospheric river will bring periods