A rare winter storm swept through Texas and the Gulf Coast, leaving New Orleans and Houston covered in snow and causing widespread disruptions. Nearly 2,000 flights were canceled and schools closed as blizzard warnings were issued and snow plows prepared in Florida. The storm brought freezing temperatures to the Midwest and East Coast, with record snowfall in New Orleans and heavy snow in Houston. The storm prompted emergency declarations in multiple states, with Georgia reporting one death from hypothermia.
State of emergency declarations were made as snow fell in parts of Florida and Georgia, while Louisiana and Texas transportation agencies worked to clear roads. Louisiana State Police responded to numerous crashes due to the hazardous conditions, while Baton Rouge saw its first significant snowfall in years. The Arctic blast brought historic cold temperatures, with record lows expected and wind chills reaching dangerous levels across the Midwest.
In Southern California, Santa Ana winds remained a concern as dry conditions persisted, following wildfires that have already claimed lives and destroyed homes. The storm brought a rare sight to areas unaccustomed to snow, leading officials to activate snow plows in Florida and declare states of emergency in multiple states. The impact of the storm is felt across the country, with residents braving the cold and preparing for more frigid weather in the coming days.
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