The Gulf Coast is recovering from a once-in-a-lifetime snowstorm that hit from Texas to Florida, killing at least ten people, damaging roads, and closing airports, officials say.
Car wrecks and hypothermia have claimed several lives as the south is threatened by frigid weather and heavy snowfall.
The record-breaking storm was responsible for at least one death in Georgia, two in Alabama, and seven recorded deaths in Texas as of Wednesday.
Tuesday saw more than 2,000 flights cancelled, while Wednesday saw more than 1,800 planes cancelled. All flights leaving New Orleans International Airport on Wednesday have been cancelled by Louis Armstrong.
Because of the extreme winter weather, DeKalb County officials in the Atlanta area announced a state of emergency on Wednesday and are advising all people to stay indoors. According to officials, more than 100 cars have been reported trapped on roads, preventing staff from responding to emergencies.
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