Midwest and South Brace for Winter Storm's Impact

A powerful storm, qualifying as a bomb cyclone, is sweeping from Arkansas to Michigan, bringing heavy snow, strong winds, and bitter cold to the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes, with blizzard warnings in effect. Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are expected in the South, while the East Coast faces heavy rain, strong winds, and potential coastal flooding. Flight cancellations, hazardous weather alerts, and power outages are anticipated, with significant snowfall and high winds impacting cities like Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland, and Buffalo. Coastal flooding is predicted along the East Coast, with water levels expected to be well above normal.