• The winter storm created hazardous driving conditions across multiple states, particularly leading to temporary closures of Interstate 80 in Iowa and eastern Nebraska due to numerous accidents caused by ice and heavy snow.
• The tornado that touched down in Scotts Valley, California, caused significant injuries and property damage, and the severe weather prompted the first-ever tornado warning in urban San Francisco since 2005, highlighting weaknesses in the city's preparedness for rare severe weather events.
• Despite harsh weather conditions, the Tahoe Live music festival at Palisades Tahoe ski resort continued as planned, demonstrating the community's resilience and commitment to maintain local events even in inclement weather.

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