SEVERE WINTER STORM THREATENS THE US: HEAVY SNOW, FREEZING TEMPERATURES, AND DISRUPTIONS. (PHOTO).
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Severe Winter Storm Threatens the US: Heavy Snow, Freezing Temperatures, and Disruptions
A massive winter storm is sweeping across the United States, bringing dangerously cold temperatures and heavy snowfall to tens of millions of people. Triggered by the polar vortex, this extreme weather is expected to affect the central and eastern parts of the country, including states like Kentucky, Virginia, and parts of the South, which are unaccustomed to such severe cold. AccuWeather predicts this could be the coldest January since 2011, with temperatures well below average for an extended period. Cities like Washington DC, Philadelphia, and Baltimore are bracing for snow and icy conditions, while blizzards and treacherous driving conditions will impact the Midwest and central US.
The storm has led to a state of emergency in several states, with warnings of potential power outages and travel chaos. In the South, severe thunderstorms are also anticipated, adding to the threat. Airlines, including American, Delta, and Southwest, are offering fee waivers as the storm could cause widespread flight disruptions. Forecasters caution that the combination of snow, freezing rain, and extreme cold will create hazardous conditions, with some areas expected to experience up to a foot of snow.
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