Amid a severe ice storm sweeping through the United States, President Donald Trump has once again questioned concerns over global warming, a topic he has long been skeptical about. Known for his controversial stance on climate change, Trump has withdrawn the US from international climate agreements and has advocated for increased use of fossil fuels.
Mocking those who warn about climate change, Trump took to Truth Social to express his disbelief, citing the record cold wave affecting 40 states as evidence against global warming. He referred to proponents of climate action as “environmental insurrectionists.”
As millions of Americans prepare for a potentially disastrous ice storm from New Mexico to the Carolinas, major cities like Washington, DC, Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston are bracing for heavy snow that could disrupt travel. The National Weather Service issued alerts for around 160 million people in various regions of the country.
The impending winter storm, set to commence on Friday and persist through the weekend, is forecasted to bring significant snowfall and wintry conditions, including freezing rain and sleet. Meteorologists predict an atmospheric river of moisture that will sweep across several states, causing hazardous weather conditions.
Weather service experts anticipate snow accumulation of over a foot in cities along the I-95 corridor from Washington, D.C., to Boston. The forecast warns of a high-risk scenario in Washington, D.C., due to heavy snow, ice, and extremely cold temperatures that could endanger lives and properties across the region.
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