US winter storm has struck half of the country, prompting emergency declarations, 10 confirmed deaths and over 1 million households without power. Schools and roads nationwide closed, thousands of flights cancelled, and the storm’s reach from Texas to New England has left widespread disruption. Governors and local officials have urged residents to stay indoors as the storm threatens to bring the most severe cold on record, with temperatures that could reach −45 °C. The National Weather Service reports heavy snow, ice, and freezing rain that could last for days, while officials warn of hazardous conditions and potential damage to power lines and infrastructure. In Louisiana, two men died of hypothermia; similar fatalities were reported in Texas, Tennessee, Kansas and New York. Governor Kathy Hochul of New York and Governor Andy Beshear of Kentucky have highlighted the severe impacts and urged caution.

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