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Video: Historic Snowstorm Paralyzes New York and the US Northeast
A powerful blizzard keeps a large part of the United States on alert and has disrupted the routines of millions of people. The combination of intense snow and dangerous winds has caused massive flight cancellations, power outages, and mobility restrictions in several states.
TL;DR
- A powerful blizzard is affecting a large portion of the United States, causing intense snow and dangerous winds.
- Millions of people are under winter alerts, with New York City experiencing its first blizzard warning in nine years.
- Significant flight cancellations, power outages, and mobility restrictions have been reported across several states.
- New York City could see between 23 and 45 centimeters of snow, with Central Park already recording 38.3 cm.
- Several areas in New Jersey have already surpassed 61 centimeters of snow accumulation.
- Over 5,300 flights have been canceled nationwide, and major airports are experiencing near-total suspension of operations.
- The severe cold has led to the deaths of over 20 people, primarily those experiencing homelessness.
- New York City public schools suspended classes, allowing students a "snow day."