Massive U.S. Storm Brings Blizzards, Tornadoes, and Widespread Power Outages

A powerful storm system is impacting over 20 states, causing hazardous travel, severe weather, and disruptions from the West Coast to the East Coast.

Blizzard conditions with heavy snow and strong winds are affecting the Midwest and Great Lakes, with some areas expecting up to 2 feet of snow and dangerous whiteout conditions.
Severe thunderstorms and at least 10 tornadoes have been reported from Oklahoma to Florida, with tornado watches and warnings issued for parts of the Carolinas, Virginia, and Florida.
Hundreds of thousands of residents across the South and Midwest are without power, with Texas, Tennessee, and Alabama among the hardest hit states.
A second storm system is bringing heavy rain and mountain snow to the West Coast, with up to 3 feet of snow expected in parts of California and the Rockies.
Travel disruptions include road closures in Nebraska and Minnesota, hazardous driving conditions across affected regions, and over 1,000 flight cancellations nationwide.