Millions Dig Out After Deadly Blizzard in Northeast Region
February 24, 2026 • Google News World
Millions of people in the Northeast US are continuing to dig out from a severe snowstorm that brought record-breaking amounts of snow. The storm, which has been described as a “blizzard ‘bomb’” by weather experts, has caused widespread disruptions and cancellations.
According to reports, over 5,000 flights have been cancelled across the US East Coast due to the storm. Airlines are working to resume flights once the weather improves.
In New Jersey and New York, airports are expected to reopen soon after being closed due to the blizzard. The exact timing of the reopening is still uncertain.
Residents in the affected areas are facing challenging conditions as they try to clear snow from their homes and streets. The storm has also caused disruptions to public transportation, including the NYC subway system, which experienced a meltdown as riders returned following the blizzard.
Weather forecasters are warning that another snow threat is looming for the Northeast, with millions of people expected to face similar challenges in the coming days.
Source: Google News World