Summary
A severe winter storm hit the United States, leading to the deaths of at least a dozen people and causing extensive travel delays and power outages. The storm affected areas from Texas to Maine, with large amounts of snow, icy roads, and disruptions to daily life. Forecasters predict another significant storm may hit the eastern United States this weekend.
Key Facts
- The winter storm caused at least a dozen deaths across the United States.
- Thousands of flights were canceled or delayed due to the storm.
- More than 200,000 people in Tennessee lost power as a result of the storm.
- New York City recorded 11.4 inches of snow in Central Park.
- A significant number of people died in New York City over the weekend due to the storm's effects.
- In Texas, a sledding accident led to the death of a teenage girl and critical injury to another.
- Canadian cities, including Toronto, experienced heavy snowfall, causing transport disruptions.
- The National Weather Service warned of another possible winter storm in the eastern US by the weekend.
