Major winter storm threatens one-third of eastern US States, putting 62 million at risk
CNN meteorologist Mary Gilbert reported that the severe winter storm, bringing snow and ice, has covered an extensive area of about 1,500 miles across the United States as of Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025.
Jan. 5, 2025
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – A strong winter storm is sweeping across the eastern United States, impacting nearly one-third of states in the region and posing considerable risks to an approximated 62 million residents.
CNN meteorologist Mary Gilbert reported that the severe winter storm, bringing snow and ice, has covered an extensive area of about 1,500 miles across the United States as of Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025.
According to Gilbert, this could possibly be the season's most noteworthy storm system, with wind speeds anticipated to reach nearly 40 miles per hour. The storm system is predicted to persist until Monday, Jan. 6.
Reports specify that the storm's extraordinary power poses particular challenges for Eastern states, which normally experience less severe winter weather conditions.
The rare intensity of this weather system has caused concerns among meteorologists and emergency response teams.
Forecasts predict widespread power outages are probable across multiple impacted states because of the storm's severity.
