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NEW YORK- A severe winter storm system engulfs the central United States, affecting over 60 million people with hazardous conditions from Kansas City to Washington.
The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings across twelve states, extending from Kansas to New Jersey.
Photo: By Quintin Soloviev – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=110510516Winter Strom Blair Flights Delay
The storm’s impact disrupts air travel significantly, with FlightAware reporting approximately 2,200 flight cancellations and 25,000 delays nationwide. Blizzard conditions sweep through Kansas and Missouri, while eastern states experience heavy snowfall.
Kentucky’s transportation system faces severe disruption, prompting Governor Andy Beshear to urge residents to avoid travel after multiple crashes closed a major highway.
he National Weather Service warns of potential prolonged power outages due to ice accumulation of up to half-inch and extensive tree damage from powerful winds.
A major winter storm will continue to move through the Mid-Atlantic region today, followed by dangerously cold temperatures spreading across the central and eastern U.S. pic.twitter.com/sogRlbC6Y9
— NWS Weather Prediction Center (@NWSWPC) January 6, 2025
Kansas City confronts treacherous road conditions, with storm chaser Brian Emfinger describing roads as “a skating rink.” The Weather Channel documents multiple vehicles sliding off highways and tractor-trailers jack-knifing, with some Kansas regions expecting snow accumulation exceeding one foot.
The storm threatens to complicate Monday’s constitutionally mandated presidential election certification in Washington, with forecasts predicting up to 10 inches of snow. House Speaker Mike Johnson confirms the certification will proceed regardless of weather conditions, with the joint session scheduled for 1:00 pm Monday.
Photo: LufthansaExtreme Cold
The jet stream’s southward movement triggers extreme temperature drops across the United States, with readings falling below zero degrees Fahrenheit and strong wind gusts intensifying dangerous conditions.
The National Weather Service forecasts temperatures plummeting below seasonal norms, extending to the Gulf Coast region.
Severe thunderstorms threaten the lower Mississippi Valley while freezing rain emerges as a critical hazard. The National Weather Service predicts ice accumulation reaching 0.5 inches across the Middle Mississippi and Ohio Valley regions, endangering power infrastructure from Kansas to the central Appalachian Mountains.
The situation intensifies for Appalachian communities, still recovering from September’s devastating hurricane. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear warns of impending road hazards and power disruptions preceding an extreme cold front.
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Credit: University of St. Thomas
Airlines Advisory for Storm
Major US airlines implement comprehensive travel waivers as Winter Storm Blair threatens central and eastern United States with severe snow and ice conditions. These policies enable passengers to modify their travel plans without financial penalties.
Delta Air Lines (DL) activates a Central U.S. weather advisory covering 12 airports. The policy accommodates passengers scheduled to travel from January 3 to January 6, offering free rebooking options through their website.
American Airlines (AA) extends travel flexibility to passengers across 45 affected cities. The waiver applies to tickets purchased before January 1 for travel between January 4 and January 6, allowing rebooking through January 9. Passengers must maintain their original cities and cabin class to avoid additional charges.
United Airlines (UA) introduces two distinct weather waivers. The Mid-Atlantic policy covers nine airports for travel between January 5 and 6, requiring original tickets purchased by January 2, with new flights available through January 13. The Central U.S. waiver encompasses 10 airports, applying to flights scheduled January 4-6, with tickets purchased before January 1.
Southwest Airlines (WN) issues weather-related travel adjustments across 14 U.S. airports. The carrier eliminates change fees for passengers with reservations potentially affected by the winter storm.
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