East Coast Prepares For Major Winter Storm, Record Cold

A winter storm is set to impact the East Coast, bringing heavy snow and ice to several states, particularly Virginia and North Carolina, where up to 10 inches of snow and significant ice accumulations are expected. This storm follows severe weekend storms that resulted in at least 17 fatalities, primarily in Kentucky, and significant flooding in West Virginia. Both North Carolina and Virginia have declared states of emergency, with officials warning about hazardous road conditions and potential power outages. Meteorologists have noted record-breaking cold temperatures across the Midwest, with a polar vortex affecting a large region from Montana to Texas. As the storm approaches, residents are urged to prepare and stay off the roads to ensure safety. Although challenging weather conditions are anticipated, some relief may come as temperatures are expected to rise above freezing by the weekend.