US Braces for Winter Fury: States of Emergency, Power Outages, and Flight Disruptions
Severe winter storms are causing widespread chaos across the United States, prompting states of emergencies in Arkansas, Colorado, New York, and Louisiana.
Over 300,000 customers, primarily in Oregon, Michigan, and Wisconsin, are without power. Flight disruptions are substantial, with over 2,400 cancellations on Saturday and nearly 1,300 on Sunday.
The Iowa caucuses face disruptions, impacting Republican candidates’ events, leading Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to postpone events, and prompting Nikki Haley and Donald Trump to shift to online campaigning.
New York experiences coastal flooding threats, while blizzard warnings are issued for Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, and South Dakota. The bitterly cold Arctic air reaches the South, bringing snow, sleet, and freezing rain to Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas.
Texas faces life-threatening cold temperatures, Arkansas anticipates up to half a foot of snow, and Mississippi braces for frostbite risks. Winter storm watches are in effect for Tennessee. The Buffalo Bills reschedule their home game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The situation remains dynamic, urging caution and preparedness as authorities work to manage the multifaceted challenges posed by this powerful winter weather.
