Preparations underway as much of U.S. braces for below-freezing temperatures and snow
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Preparations are underway as an arctic blast dives into the nation's interior and southern regions and pushes a snowstorm into the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast that will be followed by lethal cold. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. In key messages on the icy atmosphere, the National Weather Service said today that it would produce "the coldest air of the season thus far, and in many cases the coldest in several years.
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Main Idea: The National Weather Service says a powerful arctic blast will bring dangerous cold and snow to much of the U.S., prompting states and cities to open warming centers and prepare emergency plans.
Key Points:
- More than 212 million people were under winter weather watches or alerts as the cold air moved south and east.
- Snow and ice were forecast for the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, and parts of the South, with some areas expecting several inches of snow.
- Mayor Lori M. Stone declared a state of emergency in Warren, Michigan, and other cities opened warming centers to protect people from the extreme cold.
- Governor Kathy Hochul warned New Yorkers about subzero wind chills and urged people to prepare for hazardous travel and freezing temperatures.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
A dangerous arctic blast and snow may disrupt travel, close schools and events, and strain heating, shelters, and emergency services for millions of households and small businesses.
Positive Impact
Warming centers, snowplows, and state alerts from officials like Mayor Lori M.
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New York governor who warned residents and urged preparation for snow and extreme cold.
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City government is acting by canceling MLK Day celebrations due to the severe weather.
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Connecticut governor who announced preparations and urged motorists to plan ahead.
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New Jersey governor who declared a state of emergency in response to the storm threat.
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New York City mayor whose response to the storm and unsheltered residents is a major focus.
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Warren mayor who declared a state of emergency to help homeless residents during the cold.
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City is opening community centers as warming stations, a concrete local response to the cold.
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