Unprecedented Winter Storm Hits U.S. South as California Battles Devastating Wildfires

Extreme cold claims lives in Texas while Southern California wildfires destroy thousands of structures and leave 28 dead.

• A rare winter storm has brought heavy snow and freezing temperatures to the U.S. South, with states like Louisiana, Georgia, and Florida declaring emergencies.
• At least two people have died in Texas due to hypothermia as temperatures dropped to as low as -30°C (-22°F) in some northern regions.
• Snowfall in unexpected areas, including 20 centimeters in New Orleans and snow-covered beaches in Florida, has disrupted daily life across the region.
• In Southern California, firefighters are battling two major wildfires, the 'Palisades Fire' and 'Eaton Fire,' which have claimed 28 lives and damaged or destroyed an estimated 16,000 buildings.
• Fire containment efforts have progressed, with the fires now 65% and 89% contained, and rain is forecasted for the weekend, potentially aiding the firefighting efforts.

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