Brutal Winter Weather Hits Coast to Coast Over 30 million people are under winter weather advisories as freezing temperatures and severe conditions sweep across the United States. The Midwest is facing blizzards and road closures, while the Northeast experiences heavy rainfall and flooding. The West is under winter storm warnings, and the South is preparing for plummeting temperatures and potential wintry mix. Governors in some states have declared states of emergency. The extreme weather is causing power outages and disruptions, leading to the postponement of events like the Buffalo Bills playoff game.