This is not an average winter storm, weather experts warn
Half the U.S. population is likely to be affected.
From The Times
January 23, 2026

Half the U.S. population is likely to see some effect from a storm that is expected to deliver a menacing mix of every possible winter hazard this weekend, meteorologists said.

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