Historic winter storm blankets Gulf Coast, impacts 30 million

A historic winter storm has impacted the Southern US, with over 30 million Americans under winter storm warnings as snow accumulations reach up to 4 inches in Houston and parts of Texas and Louisiana. The storm brought unusual winter visuals to Gulf Coast cities, with drone footage showing snow-covered landscapes, and local meteorologists reported an influx of visitors to parks for winter recreation. The National Weather Service issued a first-ever blizzard warning for the Gulf Coast region, highlighting the severity of the cold and wind chills accompanying the storm. In Alabama's Wiregrass region, snowfall is also being reported, with predictions of up to six inches in isolated areas. The winter weather is expected to continue impacting the region with chilly conditions before temperatures gradually rise later in the week. This rare event demonstrates the unpredictability of winter weather in areas typically unaccustomed to snowfall.