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Winter Storm Blair Leaves Path of Destruction Across the U.S. with Bitter Cold Ahead

Winter Storm Blair has caused significant disruptions, including fatalities, power outages, and flight cancellations, with frigid temperatures slated to follow.

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Updated: Jan 7th, 2025, 6:23 AM ET

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Winter Storm Blair has led to five fatalities and widespread disruption across the U.S., with temperatures plunging and over 270,000 without power. More than 2,300 flights were canceled due to treacherous conditions. Meteorologists predict additional snowfall and hazardous travel, especially in parts of the Midwest and South. Emergency declarations have been made in multiple states, with calls for residents to avoid travel as severe weather continues, compounded by the effects of a polar vortex bringing lingering bitter cold.

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