A severe winter storm sweeping across the United States has paralyzed life in a large part of the country, causing widespread disruption to infrastructure and daily activities.
Operative Information Center-OMM, citing the PowerOutage.us portal, reports that more than 1 million subscribers have been left without electricity in a vast area stretching eastward from Texas.
Meteorologists have warned that the storm will continue to move toward the eastern part of the country, bringing record-cold temperatures. The National Weather Service (NWS) stated that icing and freezing conditions could lead to "catastrophic impacts" in several regions. US President Donald Trump described the storm as "historic" and approved federal emergency declarations for South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, and nine other states.
Writing on his Truth Social account, US President Donald Trump urged citizens to follow safety protocols and stay warm. Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has advised residents to stock up on fuel and food supplies. Utility crews are currently working under an intensified regime to restore power to affected areas.
Such extreme weather events in the United States often lead to significant economic pressure and logistical challenges, particularly concerning the aging power grid. Historically, winter storms of this magnitude require coordinated federal and state responses to manage emergency services and ensure the continuity of essential heating and energy supplies during sub-zero conditions.
