The US has seen significant damage from a devastating winter storm that included fatal floods, tornadoes, and bitter cold. Ten people have already died as a result of the storm, which was fueled by a polar vortex and killed nine in Kentucky.
As the storm advances west and brings perilous conditions, authorities are cautioning residents to keep cautious. At least ten people have died as a result of the most recent round of very cold weather brought on by a polar vortex, nine of them were in Kentucky. As the storm moves westward and brings potentially fatal circumstances, authorities are warning locals to exercise great caution. With wind chills as low as -60 degrees Fahrenheit predicted in some places, the National Weather service (NWS) has issued a warning of "life-threatening cold" over the northern Plains and Rockies. One of the coldest polar vortex episodes of the season, temperatures in northern Montana might drop as low as -45 degrees Fahrenheit.
Kentucky Devastated by Flash Floods
The hurricane has particularly affected Kentucky, where floods have left extensive damage in its wake. Nine fatalities were verified by governor Andy Beshear, including the terrible loss of a woman and her 7-year-old kid to rising floods. More evacuations are in progress, and emergency personnel have already rescued more than 1,000 trapped individuals. Beshear said, "So folks, stay off the roads right now and stay alive," adding that the majority of fatalities happened when automobiles became stuck in floodwaters. Up to six inches of rain fell in Kentucky and Tennessee, causing rivers to swell and causing continuous flooding. Rescue operations in Tennessee have been made more difficult by waterlogged roadways and mudslides in Virginia.
Tornadoes and Freezing Conditions Across the South
An EF-1 tornado ripped through Hale County, Alabama, destroying trees, bringing down power lines, and damaging mobile homes. Thankfully, there have been no reports of injuries. In Tennessee, the community of Rives, which is home to around 300 people, has been forced to evacuate due to a levee break in Obion County. Conditions have become life-threatening due to rising flooding, power shortages, and frigid temperatures. The hazards of strong winds and wet ground were brought to light when a big tree in Atlanta struck a house, killing a person.
Extreme Cold and Snow in the Midwest
With wind chills as low as -50 degrees F, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota are currently under an extreme cold warning. Residents are cautioned against going outside since frostbite can develop in a matter of minutes.In the meanwhile, Michigan has seen more than 100 car collisions, with 114 of those occurring in the Detroit region alone. Authorities are advising people to avoid travel unless absolutely necessary because to the dangerous road conditions that have left emergency services overburdened.
As the storm advances west and brings perilous conditions, authorities are cautioning residents to keep cautious. At least ten people have died as a result of the most recent round of very cold weather brought on by a polar vortex, nine of them were in Kentucky. As the storm moves westward and brings potentially fatal circumstances, authorities are warning locals to exercise great caution. With wind chills as low as -60 degrees Fahrenheit predicted in some places, the National Weather service (NWS) has issued a warning of "life-threatening cold" over the northern Plains and Rockies. One of the coldest polar vortex episodes of the season, temperatures in northern Montana might drop as low as -45 degrees Fahrenheit.
Kentucky Devastated by Flash Floods
The hurricane has particularly affected Kentucky, where floods have left extensive damage in its wake. Nine fatalities were verified by governor Andy Beshear, including the terrible loss of a woman and her 7-year-old kid to rising floods. More evacuations are in progress, and emergency personnel have already rescued more than 1,000 trapped individuals. Beshear said, "So folks, stay off the roads right now and stay alive," adding that the majority of fatalities happened when automobiles became stuck in floodwaters. Up to six inches of rain fell in Kentucky and Tennessee, causing rivers to swell and causing continuous flooding. Rescue operations in Tennessee have been made more difficult by waterlogged roadways and mudslides in Virginia.
Tornadoes and Freezing Conditions Across the South
An EF-1 tornado ripped through Hale County, Alabama, destroying trees, bringing down power lines, and damaging mobile homes. Thankfully, there have been no reports of injuries. In Tennessee, the community of Rives, which is home to around 300 people, has been forced to evacuate due to a levee break in Obion County. Conditions have become life-threatening due to rising flooding, power shortages, and frigid temperatures. The hazards of strong winds and wet ground were brought to light when a big tree in Atlanta struck a house, killing a person.
Extreme Cold and Snow in the Midwest
With wind chills as low as -50 degrees F, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota are currently under an extreme cold warning. Residents are cautioned against going outside since frostbite can develop in a matter of minutes.In the meanwhile, Michigan has seen more than 100 car collisions, with 114 of those occurring in the Detroit region alone. Authorities are advising people to avoid travel unless absolutely necessary because to the dangerous road conditions that have left emergency services overburdened.
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