Approximately 70 million people will be affected by the snowstorm over the next few days, with 30 million potentially experiencing hail. Temperatures in the Rocky Mountains and the Great Plains ranged from -34°C to -48°C on January 20th. Western New York faced the risk of heavy snowfall, potentially reaching 60-90 cm in some areas.
Snow fell in Denver, Colorado, on January 18.
Meanwhile, California continues to face a high risk of wildfires amid strong, dry winds. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned of an "exceptionally hazardous situation" for parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties from noon on January 20 to the morning of January 21 (local time), with Santa Ana winds reaching maximum speeds of 113 km/h along the coast and 160 km/h in hilly terrain. Firefighters are still battling the two main fires in Los Angeles, the Palisades and Eaton, which started on January 7 and are only partially contained so far, according to AFP.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/thoi-tiet-luong-cuc-de-doa-my-185250120212035393.htm
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