A powerful winter storm is set to batter the US East Coast, prompting blizzard warnings in major cities including New York City, Boston, and parts of New Jersey. The National Weather Service has warned that the storm could bring between 1 and 2 feet of snow, along with strong winds and potential flooding in coastal areas.
Meteorologists say the storm intensified rapidly and could produce snowfall rates of up to 2 inches per hour, making travel extremely dangerous or even impossible. Power outages, fallen tree branches and severe transport disruptions are also expected across affected regions.
Authorities have begun emergency preparations, deploying snow removal equipment and urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel. Officials warn that the storm could rank among the most severe winter weather events in recent years, affecting millions of people across densely populated parts of the United States.
