At Least 18 Dead After Massive Winter Storm Rips Through The U.S.

At least 18 weather‑related deaths have been reported as snow, sleet, and ice swept from the South up through the Northeast, grounding flights, knocking out power and creating treacherous conditions on roads. Authorities say the fatalities are tied to dangerous travel, power outages and plunging temperatures, and emergency officials are urging people to stay off the roads and take precautions as cleanup and recovery continue.