Half a million lose power as storm lashes US from midwest to east coast

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Anna BettsMarch 17, 2026 at 03:16 PM
Half a million lose power as storm lashes US from midwest to east coast

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A powerful storm system stretching from the Midwest to the East Coast left half a million US homes and businesses without power on Tuesday. The storm brought snow, strong winds, cold temperatures, and rain, causing widespread disruption. States like Michigan, New York, and Pennsylvania reported the highest number of outages. The storm triggered tornado warnings and confirmed tornadoes in several states, though no injuries were reported. Thousands of flights have been cancelled since Sunday, and travel remains disrupted. The National Weather Service forecasts continued gusty winds and cold temperatures in many affected areas, with lake effect snow expected in some regions.

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