A monster winter storm has wreaked havoc across the United States, leaving more than 500,000 households and businesses without power and causing the cancellation of over 9,600 flights. The storm, which is forecasted to bring snow, sleet, freezing rain, and dangerously cold temperatures, is expected to paralyze eastern states in the coming days.
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The South has been particularly hard hit by the storm, with power outages reported across the region. Tree branches and power lines have snapped under the weight of ice, leaving hundreds of thousands of customers without electricity. The icy conditions have also led to roadways being snarled with ice, making travel treacherous.
According to CBS News, the South was not spared from the winter weather conditions, with heavy ice and snow contributing to widespread power outages. The situation has been exacerbated by subzero temperatures, which have made conditions even more challenging for residents and businesses in the affected areas.
In Mississippi, Entergy reported that thousands of customers were without power due to the icy conditions brought on by the storm. The power outages have caused significant disruptions, with residents facing difficulties in staying warm and accessing essential services.
The impact of the storm has been felt across the South, with more than a million customers now without power as a result of the heavy ice brought by the massive winter storm. The situation is expected to persist as the storm continues to move across the region, bringing further challenges to those affected.
In addition to the power outages, the storm has also caused disruptions to air and road traffic, with thousands of flights being cancelled and roadways becoming impassable due to the icy conditions. The storm has highlighted the importance of being prepared for extreme weather events and the need for communities to come together to support one another during times of crisis.
As the storm continues to move across the eastern two-thirds of the nation, residents are urged to stay safe and take precautions to protect themselves and their families. The impact of the storm is likely to be felt for days to come, with authorities working to restore power and clear roadways to ensure the safety and well-being of those affected.
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References:
1. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/25/us-storm-cuts-power-cancels-thousands-flights
2. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/power-outages-roadways-snarled-ice-dangerous-weather-winter-storm/
3. https://www.wishtv.com/weather/weather-stories/ice-from-winter-storm-leaves-hundreds-of-thousands-of-customers-without-power-across-the-south/
4. https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/million-customers-power-south-massive-winter-storm-brings-129547478
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