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Winter storm brings snow, ice, and plunging temps to central US

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  • Winter storm brings snow, ice, and plunging temperatures to central US
  • Severe travel disruptions expected in Ohio Valley
  • Hard freeze expected as far south as Florida
  • Severe thunderstorms possible in Lower Mississippi Valley
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  • More than 29,000 people were without power in Missouri as of Sunday afternoon, according to PowerOutage.us.
  • Emergencies and warnings have been declared in several states, including Virginia and Kentucky. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore issued a "state of preparedness" on Saturday.
  • The storm is also disrupting travel and leading to impassable roads and car crashes because of deteriorating conditions.
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  • Severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hail are possible ahead of the storm system’s cold front as it crosses the Lower Mississippi Valley, according to the National Weather Service.
  • Multiple car wrecks occurred in Kansas due to freezing rain and black ice, causing overturned vehicles and jackknifed rigs.
  • The Kansas City International Airport temporarily halted flight operations due to ice, causing dozens of delayed flights, including a charter jet transporting the Kansas City Chiefs.
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  • Residents in Wichita stock up on groceries and warming centers open in churches and libraries as the storm approaches.
  • The Missouri Department of Transportation warns travelers to stay put and pack a bag if they must travel, as a shortage of workers could hamper the ability to clear roads.
  • Power outages could be significant, particularly south of the Kansas City area, as the storm brings both snow and ice threats.
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  • Virginia and Maryland declare state of emergency ahead of the storm
  • Baltimore issues extreme weather alert and provides shelter for those in need
  • Crews in Louisiana search for manatee before cold temperatures hit
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  • Winter sightings of manatees are a concern as they can experience cold stress symptoms when the temperature falls below 68 degrees (20 Celsius).
  • Manatees are common in the area during the summer, but the sudden drop in temperature puts them at risk.
  • Readers can support HuffPost to provide essential information during this critical time to help protect vulnerable species like manatees.
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