There are "near impossible" travel conditions in New York this morning, a state agency warns, as a major storm hits the US east coast Parts of the country have seen over 22 inches (55.9cm) of snow fall, with over 15 inches in New York's Central Park, the National Weather Service says https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cy7jnjz75e8t

🌪️ What Damage Can Tornadoes Cause? 1. Structural Damage to Buildings Homes can be severely damaged or completely destroyed. Roofs can be ripped off; walls can collapse. Mobile homes, sheds, and garages are especially vulnerable. 2. Flying Debris Tornado winds turn everyday objects into dangerous projectiles. Debris can break windows, puncture walls, and injure people. 3. Vehicles Thrown or Flipped Cars, trucks, and even buses can be tossed like toys. This can cause both property damage and serious injuries. 4. Uprooted or Snapped Trees Large trees can be pulled from the ground or broken in half. Falling trees damage houses, power lines, and roads. 5. Power Outages Tornadoes commonly knock down power poles and transformers. Communities may lose electricity for hours or days. 6. Infrastructure Damage Roads blocked or destroyed. Water lines, gas lines, and communication networks can be damaged. 7. Agricultural Loss Farmland can be flattened. Livestock can be injured or lost. Crops can be destroyed in minutes. 8. Environmental Damage Tornadoes can scatter chemicals, pollutants, and debris across large areas. They can cause fires if they hit gas lines or electrical systems. 9. Injuries and Fatalities Sadly, tornadoes can cause loss of life due to collapsing buildings or flying debris.

Here in Indiana, in the U.S., we're preparing for a snowfall of 8-13 inches or more. This storm has prompted winter storm warnings from Arizona to New England. Ice will be possible, mainly south of the Ohio River. This is the biggest winter storm in many years.