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On the night of Jan. 24, Washington, D.C., was blanketed in heavy snow, creating a striking winter landscape across the nation’s capital.
Iconic landmarks were covered in white. City authorities warned of dangerous conditions on roads and sidewalks, urging people to stay indoors whenever possible.
Heavy snow transformed Sixth Avenue and much of New York City into a white blanket.
Pedestrians carefully navigated icy sidewalks, while children and families took advantage of safe areas to enjoy the snow and experience one of winter’s rare moments of beauty.
The historic winter storm has caused massive disruptions to air travel across the United States.
According to FlightAware, over 11,000 flights were canceled, and an additional 13,000 were delayed.
Major airports in cities like Philadelphia, New York, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore have struggled to operate under the heavy snowfall and icy conditions.
Nearly 1 million residents across multiple states have lost power as the storm moves across the country. Tennessee and Mississippi have been hit the hardest, with over 300,000 and 150,000 people affected, respectively.
Utility crews are restoring services, but authorities warn that outages could increase as ice builds up and strong winds continue. Residents have been advised to prepare for extended periods without electricity and to take precautions against the extreme cold.
In New York State, schools have closed in response to the prolonged storm, shifting students to online learning to protect them from dangerous travel conditions.
Governor Kathy Hochul described the storm as the most severe cold spell the state has experienced in years, with temperatures plunging as low as minus 37°C near the Canadian border.
Residents have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel, remain indoors, and monitor updates from local authorities to stay safe.
Little hills around the city turned into perfect spots for sledding.
Kids and grown-ups lined up at the top, racing down and laughing all the way.
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