Overview

• Severe winter weather across the United States has resulted in at least 40 deaths this week, with 14 fatalities recorded in Tennessee alone.
• Snowfall and icy conditions have created hazardous driving conditions and caused power outages, with more than 85,000 homes and businesses losing power in Oregon.
• Cities including Philadelphia, Chicago, and Portland are bracing for further snowfall and freezing temperatures, with Philadelphia expecting up to 6 inches of snow and a deep freeze over the weekend.
• Washington D.C. is preparing for more snow on Friday, with the city's government expecting snowfall to begin at 1 a.m. and continue throughout the day, reaching 1-2 inches.
• Health experts warn that cold weather can strain the heart, increase the risk of heart attacks and stroke, and cause hypothermia and frostbite.