Cold storm in US causes outages

A powerful winter storm has hit several U.S. states, causing widespread power outages and transportation system failures. According to American media, more than 250,000 households are without electricity, with Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas being the hardest hit. Authorities warn of record snowfall and extreme cold that could last throughout next week.

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Recent examples of extreme weather conditions indicate a sharp intensification of winter cold in the southern regions of the United States.