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In the past few days, at least 27 individuals have lost their lives due to weather-related incidents as ice storms hit the Pacific Northwest.
According to reports from media outlets and local authorities across the United States, a number of fatalities have been linked to hypothermia due to extreme arctic temperatures and car accidents on icy roads.
Due to Winter Storm Indigo, Portland, Oregon is currently coated in a layer of ice measuring a quarter-inch thick. As a result of fallen trees, the area has experienced property damage, power interruptions, and tragic deaths. In northeast Portland, a power line collapsed onto a car, leading to the passing of two adults and one teenager on Wednesday morning. Emergency responders also discovered a two-year-old who was unharmed and transported them to the hospital.
According to The Weather Channel, Storm Indigo is expected to move eastward throughout the week, resulting in additional snowfall in the Washington DC to New York region towards the end of the week. Meanwhile, the East Coast will experience a return to typical Winter temperatures after a severe cold front earlier this week.
The intense winter weather has caused widespread disruption throughout the nation, resulting in numerous school closures and over 10,500 flight delays and 2,476 cancellations on Tuesday.
On Friday morning, there is a possibility of Washington, DC receiving up to 3 inches of snow.
The National Weather Service predicts that Washington, DC and the nearby city of Baltimore may experience up to 3 inches of snow on Friday morning.
The NWS has issued a warning for a potentially hazardous commute tomorrow morning due to possible precipitation. Just a few days ago, multiple school districts in the area closed and federal offices were shut down for the first time in two years due to a snowfall of about 3 inches in the capital.
On Friday morning, the National Weather Service cautions Washington, DC residents about a potentially dangerous commute.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has forecasted that New York City will experience freezing temperatures this weekend.
The National Weather Service predicts that residents of New York City should anticipate 1-3 inches of snow on Friday, with a possible maximum of 4-5 inches in the worst-case scenario.
Following this, a cold air mass from the arctic will move into the area, resulting in wind chills that may reach 0F (-17C) until Sunday. At these low temperatures, frostbite could occur in as little as 30 minutes.
At approximately 11:45 am on Wednesday, authorities received a report of a person on fire near the intersection of Northeast 122nd Avenue and Siskiyou Street. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered three individuals and a young child lying on the street.
Four individuals were discovered approximately 35 feet away from a sport utility vehicle (SUV) that was covered by a powerline and obstructed by a sizeable tree branch, according to statements from fire authorities.
Authorities reported that three individuals, two adults and one teenager, were discovered deceased at the location. A two-year-old child was also transported to the hospital unharmed.
Martha McHardy provides further details about the unfortunate event.
A snowstorm is predicted to hit New York City and Washington on Friday.
A rapid-moving storm is expected to bring snow from New York to Washington on Friday.
NWS officials predict that there is a high chance of receiving one to three inches of snow in New York, with a potential of four to five inches being the worst-case scenario.
In the near future, Washington DC is projected to receive a snowfall of two inches.
Additionally, the system will generate storms along the eastern shores of Lake Michigan, Lake Erie, and Lake Ontario.
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On January 16, 2016, the snow-covered White House in Washington, DC was observed.
The information was provided by the Agence France-Presse via the Getty Images website.
Warnings for lake effect snow have been issued in Buffalo. In certain areas east of Lake Erie, an extra eight to 14 inches of snow may accumulate in narrow bands.
Up to 22 inches of snow is expected to fall north of Lake Ontario.
The snow in New York City is expected to continue throughout Friday and then decrease during the night. This will be followed by a cold blast, but temperatures will return to their usual levels next week.
Pictures of Buffalo, New York are shown.
Buffalo, N.Y. experiences snowfall. After a snowstorm on Tuesday, at least 18 inches of new snow covered a residential street in Buffalo, leaving behind footprints. . Patrick Sahr is removing snow in Buffalo, New York.
In pictures: Oregon
On Wednesday, January 17, 2024, icicles are suspended from a railing in Lake Oswego.
On Wednesday, January 17th, 2024, flowers in Lake Oswego, Oregon are covered in ice.
A layer of ice encases a plant located in Oregon.
“Oregon’s vehicle is adorned with hanging icicles.”
Snowflakes dangle from a string of lights, resembling icicles.
A second round of Arctic cold temperatures is predicted for the end of this week.
The National Weather Service predicts another Arctic blast towards the end of this week.
According to The Weather Channel, Storm Indigo is expected to move eastward throughout the week and may result in up to five inches of snowfall in New York later in the week.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a warning for another extremely cold Arctic air mass, which will cause temperatures to drop 20-30 degrees below the usual range in the eastern region of the country.
An official warns against approaching fallen wires, following the death of three individuals in Oregon.
An Oregon official has cautioned against approaching fallen power lines following the deaths of three individuals in the area on Wednesday.
Authorities reported that a fallen branch resulted in a power line falling onto a car, resulting in the death of two adults and one teenager.
The investigators believe that the individuals were scared and tried to exit the car, but were shocked once they left the vehicle.
According to spokesperson Rick Graves, if a powerline falls on a vehicle, those inside should remain in the vehicle and contact 911 unless there is an immediate threat.
He mentioned that the rubber tires of the car will impede the flow of electric current.
“It’s highly probable that if they had remained in the car, we would not be having this discussion,” Mr. Graves elaborated.
Three individuals were fatally injured when a power line fell onto their vehicle during severe storms in Oregon.
Three individuals passed away after a power line landed on a vehicle in Northeast Portland on Wednesday morning, following a strong storm in Oregon.
Officials stated that at approximately 11:45 am on Wednesday, they received a call regarding a “person on fire” and promptly dispatched firefighters to the scene. Upon arrival, three individuals and a young child were discovered lying in the street.
Four individuals were discovered approximately 35 feet away from a vehicle that was covered by a powerline and held down by a large tree branch, according to statements from fire officials.
Two individuals over the age of 18 and one individual between the ages of 13 and 19 were fatally shocked by electrical current when a tree and power line collapsed onto a truck in Oregon.
Two adults and a teenager were fatally shocked when a tree and power line collapsed onto a truck outside of a residence in Portland, Oregon.
Authorities reported that a pair of adults and a young adult were discovered deceased at the location, while a two-year-old child was transported to the hospital unharmed.
According to authorities from the fire department, witnesses reported that an individual took the young child from one of the adults on the ground. The child was then brought outside by a nearby resident upon the arrival of fire rescue personnel.
The representative, Rick Graves, stated that a tree limb had landed on a power line, resulting in it landing on an SUV.
Authorities believe that the individuals were scared and tried to exit the car, but were fatally shocked upon doing so.
The line was later de-energized by the power company, although the statement did not mention which company specifically.
In case you missed it: Florida experienced two tornadoes earlier this week.
According to local news source WPBF, two tornadoes were reported in southeast Florida on Monday.
According to WPBF, there were reports of minor damages caused by the tornadoes, which occurred after a series of tornadoes hit Florida during Storm Finn last week. The Florida panhandle was heavily affected, with widespread damage reported.
A video from a driver shows that one of the tornadoes on Monday landed near a main road in Stuart, Florida, reported WeatherNation.
Source: independent.co.uk
