Winter Storm Causes Widespread Power Outages in Newfoundland

A significant winter storm has impacted large portions of the U.S. and parts of Canada, with severe weather conditions including heavy snow, ice, and high winds leading to widespread power outages, school closures, and hazardous travel. The polar vortex has affected areas traditionally less prone to winter weather, causing disruptions from Florida to the Midwest, while in Newfoundland and Labrador, over 9,000 customers experienced power outages due to strong winds and mixed precipitation. Environment Canada has issued winter storm warnings for Newfoundland, expecting up to 15 cm of snow and wind gusts reaching 120 km/h, particularly impacting coastal areas. In the U.S., the storm caused treacherous road conditions in states like Kansas and Missouri, prompting National Guard assistance for stranded motorists. In Kentucky, freezing rain and ice created dangerous conditions, while revelers took advantage of a rare snowfall in Washington, D.C. The winter weather is expected to continue into Monday, with ongoing warnings across affected regions.