At least seven people are dead as the result of a monster winter storm in the US that has brought heavy snowfall and ice from the Gulf coast to the north-east, leaving more than one million in the south without power and cancelling more than 10,000 flights. The Louisiana department of health confirmed two deaths related to the winter storm in Caddo parish. He added the storm is bringing colder temperatures for a sustained period than New York City has experienced in eight years. “We will continue to monitor, and stay in touch with all States in the path of this storm. View image in fullscreen People wait to cross the street in Times Square during a winter storm on Sunday in New York City.

Source: The Guardian January 25, 2026 16:55 UTC