Massive winter storm cause death of six people in US

(MENAFN) A powerful winter storm sweeping across large parts of the United States has left at least six people dead, as severe weather conditions battered eastern and southern regions on Sunday. The system brought a dangerous mix of freezing rain, heavy snowfall, and slick roadways, forcing widespread airport closures, halting highway travel, and cutting electricity to more than one million residents as the storm intensified.

Temperatures in numerous states plunged below freezing, worsening already hazardous conditions. Several areas experienced rapid ice buildup and snowfall, making travel increasingly perilous and straining emergency services.

States including Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas have been among the most severely affected. Ice accumulation caused power lines to snap, triggering extensive outages and paralyzing major metropolitan areas such as Atlanta, Houston, and Nashville. In response, many businesses and school systems suspended operations as a precaution to protect public safety.

Tennessee has seen the most significant power disruptions, with hundreds of thousands of customers left without electricity by Sunday afternoon. Mississippi and Louisiana have also experienced widespread outages, while Texas and Georgia each reported large numbers of residents without power. Utility crews have been working continuously in an effort to restore service amid treacherous conditions.

The storm has also caused major disruption in the Midwest, where heavy snowfall has accumulated rapidly. In Ohio, cities such as Cincinnati and Columbus have recorded between 6 and 10 inches of snow, while southwestern areas including Dayton and Springfield have seen totals approaching a foot. Local officials have urged residents to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary travel due to dangerously icy roads.

Highlighting the seriousness of the situation, Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther warned residents in a video message: "It is really, really dangerous out there," "You should be at home unless there is an absolute emergency."

Authorities across affected regions continue to stress caution as the storm system moves through, warning that conditions may remain hazardous for days.

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