Schools shut, supermarket shelves stripped, flights cancelled as millions in US brace for ‘catastrophic’ icy winter storm and power outages; all you need to know
Published on: Jan. 24, 2026, 11:33 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
A massive storm system is set to bring catastrophic winter weather to the United States. Millions face transportation chaos, power outages, and life-threatening cold. Many states have declared emergencies. Schools are closed, flights are cancelled, and events are postponed. Residents are urged to stay indoors as extreme temperatures pose serious health risks.
