


Severe Storms and Cold Weather Claimed at Least 11 Lives in Southeastern US
A storm system caused flooding and deaths in the southeastern US and prompted emergency declarations and rescues amid worsening conditions.
Overview
Severe weather in the southeastern U.S. resulted in at least 11 deaths, particularly in Kentucky, where Governor Andy Beshear declared an emergency. Up to six inches of rain caused significant flooding, leading to over a thousand rescues, including that of a mother and her daughter. Meanwhile, President Trump approved federal disaster funding. The storm also triggered a polar vortex bringing life-threatening cold to various states. Flash flood warnings spread from Kentucky to Virginia, with more than 206,000 power outages reported in Virginia alone. Dangerous conditions are expected to persist as recovery efforts continue.
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