Archive · 29 Jan 2026
Winter Storm Kills Dozens, Leaves Millions in Cold
A very strong winter storm hit the central and eastern parts of the U.S., causing a lot of problems.
It started on Friday and brought lots of snow and ice, which made roads very slippery and caused many flights to be canceled.
The storm also knocked out power in more than 550,000 homes and businesses.
Sadly, at least 45 people died because of the extreme cold.
In New York City, 10 people were found dead outside, and the mayor said it was too early to know if they were homeless.
The city has been trying to help homeless people stay safe by putting them in shelters.
In Nashville, Tennessee, all the homeless shelters are full, and a charity that usually helps about 400 people a night is now helping about 7,000.
The cold is expected to stick around, and almost 200 million Americans are under some kind of winter warning.
Another storm might hit this weekend.
Health officials are warning people not to use gas stoves to heat their homes because it can be dangerous.
At least 45 people have died across 14 states due to a powerful winter storm.
The storm caused widespread power outages, affecting more than 550,000 homes and businesses.
New York City reported 10 deaths, with the mayor emphasizing the focus on keeping people safe rather than conducting a homeless count.
Nashville's homeless shelters are at full capacity, with emergency workers checking on those still on the streets.
The storm has led to various causes of death, including hypothermia, exposure, and cardiac incidents while clearing snow.
- Who
- Residents, particularly homeless people, and emergency responders in central and eastern U.S.
- What
- A powerful winter storm causing deaths, power outages, and extreme cold
- When
- The storm started on Friday and lingered into Tuesday, with another possible storm this weekend
- Where
- Central and eastern U.S., including New York City, Nashville, Texas, and other states
- Why
- The storm brought snow, ice, and below-freezing temperatures, leading to hazardous conditions and fatalities
- Death Toll
- At least 45 people across 14 states
- Affected Region
- Central and eastern U.S.
- Power Outages
- More than 550,000 homes and businesses
- Homeless Shelters in NYC
- Around 500 homeless people placed in shelters since January 19
- Nashville Shelters
- All three homeless shelters and two overflow shelters filled
- Nashville Rescue Mission
- Typically houses 400 people, now housing about 7,000
- Expected Low Temperature in Nashville
- 6 degrees Fahrenheit by Wednesday morning
- Americans Under Winter Warning
- Almost 200 million
- Flight Cancellations
- More than 17,000 commercial flights canceled over the weekend
- Potential Carbon Monoxide Deaths
- At least one reported in Louisiana
Sources
Winter storm kills dozens as cold lingers in central and eastern U.S
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Many confirmed dead as below-freezing temperatures grip most of US
