Key Facts
• Historic cold wave hits US from East to South regions
• New York City records about 30 cm of snowfall
• Temperatures drop below minus 10 degrees Celsius in NYC center
• At least 5 deaths reported in New York by January 25
• President Trump approves emergency declarations for 12 states on January 24
• Over 10,000 flights canceled on January 25, 2,000+ flights canceled on January 26
• Strong winds make walking difficult; snow causes facial pain
• Snow removal ongoing; children seen playing in Central Park despite conditions
Summary
A historic cold wave has swept across a wide area of the United States, from the East Coast down to the South, bringing heavy snowfall and dangerously low temperatures. New York City experienced about 30 centimeters of snow and temperatures below minus 10 degrees Celsius. The severe weather has resulted in at least five fatalities in New York as of January 25. In response, President Trump authorized emergency declarations for 12 states on January 24. The cold wave has also severely disrupted air travel, with over 10,000 flights canceled on January 25 and more than 2,000 expected to be canceled on January 26. Despite harsh conditions, residents continue snow removal efforts, and children have been seen playing in Central Park. The strong winds accompanying the storm have made outdoor movement difficult and painful due to blowing snow.
