Леденящий холод охватывает восток, пока разрушительный шторм перемещается в открытое море

In the wake of a powerful winter storm, the eastern United States is bracing for a blast of bitterly cold temperatures as the system begins its move offshore. Winter weather alerts remain in effect for a staggering 185 million people across the region. The aftermath of the storm has been dire, with at least nine fatalities reported nationwide. Tragically, three deaths occurred in Tennessee, where the storm's impact was especially severe, alongside casualties in Louisiana, Texas, Kansas, and Massachusetts, according to reports from local authorities. Power outages have compounded the challenges, leaving more than 820,000 energy customers without electricity. Tennessee has been particularly hard hit, with over 250,000 customers in the dark. As the storm progresses, the nation continues to face significant travel disruptions. Yesterday saw a staggering 12,000 flight cancelations, with more than 3,500 additional cancellations anticipated today. While the storm's center moves offshore, its effects linger in the Northeast. Snow showers are expected to persist into tonight, particularly affecting New England and upstate New York, where a few more inches are predicted. Meanwhile, communities around the Great Lakes brace for continued lake-effect snow through the coming days. In parts of the mid-Atlantic, there is a forecast for freezing rain, posing a significant hazard. Affected areas include northern North Carolina, southeast Virginia, and possibly stretching along the Interstate 95 corridor up to New York City. The combination of freezing rain and residual icing is likely to create treacherous travel conditions and could lead to further power outages as the region grapples with the storm's harsh consequences.