Winter storm causes deaths, power outages and flight cancellations in US

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesJanuary 26, 2026 at 03:58 PM

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A severe winter storm impacted the United States over the weekend of January 26, 2026, causing widespread disruption and fatalities. The northeastern region was particularly affected by heavy snow and freezing temperatures, leading to the cancellation of approximately 3,800 flights on Monday, adding to the 11,000 cancelled the previous day. Over 819,000 homes and businesses across the country, especially in the South, experienced power outages due to freezing rain and downed power lines. More than ten deaths have been attributed to the storm, including hypothermia-related fatalities in Louisiana and multiple deaths in New York City. Authorities urged residents to stay indoors due to hazardous road conditions caused by heavy snowfall.

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