(Washington, February 13, 2024) – A widespread winter storm is disrupting travel adn causing power outages across the United States, impacting millions of people from the Northeast to the south.
A major winter storm is causing widespread travel disruptions, power outages, and at least a dozen deaths across the U.S., as frigid temperatures and heavy snow blanket large portions of the country.
- A winter storm has caused mass flight cancellations and widespread travel delays.
- Over 800,000 customers are without power, primarily in the southern states.
- At least a dozen deaths have been attributed to the storm and its related conditions.
A powerful winter storm is impacting a vast area of the united States, leading to significant disruptions in travel and widespread power outages, according to reports from Reuters, Yahoo, CNN, The New York Times, and NBC News.
Travel Disruptions
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The storm has caused widespread flight cancellations and delays. Reuters reported that the storm snarled U.S. travel plans, forcing airlines to cancel numerous flights. NBC News reported that flight cancellations persisted as of Tuesday.
Power Outages
More than 800,000 customers are currently without power, primarily in the Southern states, Yahoo News reported. The outages are a result of ice accumulation and heavy snowfall weighing down power lines.
Fatalities
CNN reported that the winter storm has left over a dozen people dead. The deaths are attributed to a combination of factors, including car accidents, hypothermia, and carbon monoxide poisoning from improper heating sources.
Regional Impacts
The Northeast is experiencing heavy snowfall, while the South is grappling with ice accumulation, according to Yahoo News. Cities across the country are facing frigid temperatures and hazardous conditions, The New York Times reported.
“This is a dangerous storm,” a National weather Service official said,according to CNN. “People need to take precautions and stay safe.”
The storm is expected to continue to move eastward,bringing hazardous conditions to additional areas. Officials are urging residents to heed warnings, avoid unnecessary travel, and take steps to protect themselves from the cold.
Time.news based this report in part on reporting by Reuters, Yahoo, CNN, The New York Times, and NBC News and added independent analysis and context.
