A major winter storm has caused extensive damage, power outages, and led to multiple deaths as it has swept across the United States. The National Weather Service reported that the storm caused river flooding across the mid-Atlantic and Northeast, blizzard conditions in western Alaska, and tornadoes in the South.
Winter Storm Finn led to flood concerns in the Northeast, causing a mandatory evacuation order in Norwich, Connecticut, and flooding in New Jersey. Additionally, Winter Storm Gerri is expected to take a similar path, adding to the challenges posed by the severe weather.
The impact of the storm has been felt across the country, with heavy snow in northern Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine, as well as roofs blown off homes and debris strewn about in the South. Florida has also been hit hard, prompting Governor Ron DeSantis to declare a state of emergency in 49 counties in North Florida. The storm has resulted in several deaths, including an 81-year-old woman in Alabama, another person in North Carolina, and individuals in Georgia, Michigan, and Wisconsin.
As of Wednesday evening, thousands of people were without power, according to a website that tracks power outages. The extent of the damage caused by the storm is still being assessed, with ongoing efforts to address the aftermath of the severe weather.
The impact of the storm continues to unfold, with ongoing assessments and responses being carried out to address the aftermath of the severe weather.