These days, America is in the grip of the biggest snow storm ever. The powerful winter storm that started on January 23 has been wreaking havoc in the central and eastern parts. At least 38 people have died so far due to the storm, while many have been rendered homeless. Electricity went off in lakhs of houses. The roads are completely covered with snow. Normal life has become completely disrupted.
Powerful snow storm has affected large parts of America. Snowfall, ice accumulation and sub-zero temperatures have completely paralyzed life in 14 states. Lakhs of people are in the grip of this storm. By Tuesday the death toll reached 38. According to local officials and media reports, the number of deaths is expected to increase further. The storm dumped more than a foot of snow in at least 19 states, from New Mexico to Maine, according to preliminary data from the National Weather Service.
Snow storm causes huge devastation in America
This storm started on January 23 and quickly spread over a large area by the weekend. Heavy snowfall and freezing rain left roads frozen, thousands of flights canceled and power supplies severely disrupted. Snowfall has reduced since January 26, but severe cold conditions still persist. According to the Meteorological Department, it is expected to continue for several days. In view of the situation, thousands of flights have been cancelled.
Most deaths in New York City
Due to the snow storm, the situation is most serious in Tennessee, New York City, Mississippi and Louisiana. Most lives have been lost in New York City. Mayor Zohran Mamdani said that on January 27, the temperature dropped to minus 13 degrees Celsius, which was the coldest day in the last 8 years. So far, about 500 homeless people have been taken to shelters. As of January 27, more than 5.5 lakh homes and businesses across the country were without power.
The storm dumped more than a foot (30 centimeters) of snow across a 1,300-mile (2,100-kilometer) stretch from Arkansas to New England, halting traffic, canceling thousands of flights and forcing widespread school closures. The National Weather Service said up to 20 inches (50 centimeters) of snow fell in areas north of Pittsburgh and temperatures dropped to minus 25 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 31 degrees Celsius) late Monday through Tuesday.
The Meteorological Department has warned that the effects of cold and power cuts may last for several days. Officials have urged people to stay home, choose safe options if there is no power, and seek help from neighbors or a shelter if needed.