Winter Storm Causes Widespread Disruptions Across the U.S.
A major winter storm has impacted much of the central and eastern United States, resulting in record-breaking temperature drops and severe snowy conditions. Consequently, this has led to numerous flight cancellations, highway closures, and several states declaring a state of emergency.
Dozens of people have also been reported dead in the storm, with cities like Buffalo, New York, receiving nearly 52 inches of snow, trapping residents inside their homes – many without heat due to power outages caused by the blizzard.
National Guard troops check on Buffalo residents on December 28. Jeffrey T. Barnes/APA traveler searches for luggage December 28 at Denver International Airport. Over 90% of Wednesday’s US flight cancellations were Southwest flights, per FlightAware. Southwest canceled more than 2,500 flights. Michael Ciaglo/Getty ImagesPeople help push a car out of the snow in Buffalo on December 27. John Normile/Getty ImagesNiagara Falls in New York is partially frozen on December 27. Lokman Vural Elibol/Anadolu Agency/Getty ImagesTravelers at Baltimore/Washington International Airport face the aftermath of canceled flights on December 27.
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A gas station canopy lays on its side after high winds and heavy snow in Lackawanna, New York, on December 27. The historic winter storm dumped up to 4 feet of snow in the area.
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Hundreds of unclaimed suitcases sit near the Southwest Airlines baggage claim area in Nashville International Airport after thousands of flight cancellations on December 27. Seth Herald/AFP/Getty Images
Impact on Travel and Safety
A street is blanketed by snow in downtown Buffalo on December 26. Gov. Kathy Hochul/Twitter/APA person clears a snow-covered driveway in Buffalo on December 26.
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A man and a boy walk across the frozen Reflecting Pool towards the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC, on December 26.
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Firefighters respond to a fire on a snow-covered street in Buffalo on December 25.
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Snow blankets a neighborhood in Cheektowaga, New York, on Christmas Day.A man attempts to dig out his car after getting stuck in a snowdrift about a block from home in Buffalo on December 24.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, the recent winter storm has had a significant impact across various states, highlighting the need for preparedness during extreme weather conditions. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about current situations and adhere to safety guidelines during such emergencies.
