US Winter Storm Turns Deadly as Trump Questions Global Warming | Vantage on Firstpost | N18G
January 28, 2026, 1:33 PM ISTVantage by Palki Sharma
A major winter storm has swept across the United States, bringing snow, ice, sleet and freezing rain. Temperatures have fallen well below freezing, with extreme cold alerts covering more than 190 million people. Some regions are experiencing their coldest conditions in decades. Power outages have affected hundreds of thousands of homes as ice damages trees and power lines. Travel has been severely disrupted, with widespread flight cancellations and impassable roads. At least 30 deaths have been reported due to exposure and icy conditions. Scientists say Arctic air surges and increased atmospheric moisture are intensifying winter storms.
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US Winter Storm Turns Deadly as Trump Questions Global Warming | Vantage on Firstpost | N18G
The United States is currently experiencing a severe winter storm, resulting in sharply dropped temperatures and widespread disruptions. Many people are without electricity, travel has been heavily affected, and at least 30 individuals have died due to the storm. Despite the severity, President Trump has used the storm to mock climate change, questioning the existence of global warming. Scientists counter that extreme cold does not negate the overall warming of the planet and explain that a warming planet can actually lead to stronger winter storms. The storm has brought snow, sleet, rain, and ice, affecting over 190 million people with extreme cold alerts. Power outages are widespread, travel is disrupted, and emergency services are struggling to respond due to frozen roads. The storm's impact includes deadly conditions, with fatalities from exposure, crashes, and other outdoor activities. Cities are opening emergency shelters and officials are urging people to stay indoors. The storm is driven by Arctic air pushing south and colliding with warmer air, resulting in heavier snowfall and thicker ice. Scientists emphasize that short bursts of cold weather do not erase long-term warming trends and that climate change can contribute to more frequent and intense winter storms. The Arctic is warming rapidly, which may weaken systems that usually contain cold air, causing it to spill southward. Communities across the US are preparing for ongoing severe conditions and a future where such storms may become more common.
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