Here's what the massive snowstorm Jonas looks like from space

NASA is tracking the massive winter storm, named Jonas, projected to take over the East Coast this weekend.

And the satellite imagery shows why media reports have been going bonkers about this potential blizzard — it looks huge.

Jonas is in the middle of the country right now making its way east. It should hit the eastern seaboard this Friday and Saturday, though it's still unclear how much snow this winter storm will actually bring.

The Weather Channel is predicting about 1 foot of snow in DC and the surrounding areas, while places farther north near New York should get closer to 6 inches. At least 15 states should see some kind of heavy snow.

You can see just how big the storm is now as it moves across the Midwest in this GIF from NASA satellite imagery:

The low pressure system you can see here in white (the bottom system, moving toward the east) will collide with cold air coming from the north, forming the winter storm.

A full moon on Saturday will also mean higher tides than usual, increasing the potential for coastal flooding.

Several states have already declared blizzard watches, warnings, and emergencies.

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