Snowstorm in the US: 73 dead

The number of people killed in the snowstorm in the United States has risen to 73, CBS News reported. Observations indicate that the bad weather affected over 200 million people, and more than half a million households were left without electricity. The storm swept through western and northern states, causing significant transportation and power disruptions. Hurricanes, strong winds, and heavy snow caused power lines to collapse, leaving many residents without heat and light during cold days. In response to the incident, authorities have started infrastructure restoration work, and various services have provided assistance to those affected.

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Snowstorms in the western United States have previously led to widespread power outages and transportation problems.