Summary
Nearly 12,000 flights in the U.S. were canceled due to a large winter storm affecting much of the country over the weekend. The storm led to dangerous ice and snow, disrupting power and transportation across many states. Emergency warnings were issued in multiple areas as officials urged people to prepare and stay safe indoors.
Key Facts
- Almost 12,000 U.S. flights were canceled over the weekend due to the storm.
- Around 140 million people, over 40% of the U.S. population, were under a winter storm warning.
- The storm brought heavy snow and ice from New Mexico to New England.
- Forecasters predict prolonged cold temperatures following the storm, hindering recovery.
- Officials in more than a dozen states declared emergencies or issued safety advisories.
- The storm affected major airports, particularly in Texas, Tennessee, and North Carolina.
- More than 112,000 power outages were reported, with Texas among the hardest hit.
- The storm was expected to continue moving to the Northeast, bringing more snow.
