Tell us: have you been affected by the US storm?

Deadly US Storm Leaves Trail of Devastation

A fierce winter storm has brought widespread destruction to parts of the United States, claiming at least seven lives as it sweeps across the country.

The full force of the storm has been felt in 26 states, from Texas to Massachusetts, with many areas still under warning. The extreme cold has left hundreds of thousands without power, while schools and roads have been shut down due to treacherous conditions.

In some parts of Texas, temperatures have plummeted as low as -20C, causing widespread disruption. But the storm's impact extends far beyond just the chill in the air – its effects are being felt across the country.

As people struggle to cope with the aftermath of the storm, we want to hear from them. Have you been affected by this disaster? What was it like when the power went out or your school was closed?

We urge anyone who has been impacted by the storm to share their story – but above all, please prioritize your safety and the safety of those around you. The storm's unpredictable nature means that conditions can change quickly, posing serious risks.

If you're willing to talk about what happened, we want to hear from you. But if it's not safe for you to do so, don't worry – we completely understand. We just need your voice to help us share the stories of those who have been affected by this devastating storm.
 
man this storm is insane 🌀😱 i feel bad for all those people who lost power and heat they must be freezing like -20C is crazy cold 😷 my grandma lives in texas and i'm worried about her she's always saying that texans are tough but i don't think anyone can handle a storm like this it's devastating to see the news of people losing their homes and stuff 🤕 we need to send our support and help to those who need it most 💖
 
🌪️💔 it's just heartbreaking thinking about all these ppl losing power & heat 4 weeks straight 🥶😓 texas is already a big deal, but 26 states?! that's crazy 😲 i feel bad 4 the schools & roads being shut down tho, kids deserve 2 go 2 school & have fun 🎉🏫 also, -20c in texas?! brrr ❄️ anyone got any ideas how ppl r coping w/ no power or heat for so long? 💡
 
Omg this is so crazy a storm that bad can be life threatening 🌪️, i hope everyone in Texas and other states is doing alright the -20C temps are freezing 🥶, no wonder schools and roads got shut down i feel for all those ppl who lost power and heat their homes 🏠💡
 
🤕😔 oh man another one... like what is going on with the weather lately? first it's droughts and wildfires then suddenly its freezing temps and power outages everywhere 🌪️💡 can't even imagine how scary it must be to be stuck at home without heat or light for days... schools and roads shut down, that's a big impact on daily life too 📚🚗
 
This reminds me of that time in '93 when the blizzard hit NYC and everyone was stuck at home 🌨️😩. It's crazy how little some things change, right? Like, people are still struggling with power outages and schools being closed due to bad weather. I mean, it's devastating for those who lost their homes or had a loved one affected by the storm... it's just so sad 💔. But at least we can share our stories now with the world, which is pretty cool 👍.
 
Ugh I'm so done with articles that are all over the place 😩. Can't they just organize their thoughts like a proper list or something? Like, the storm is in 26 states, but where's the map?! 🗺️ And what's up with all these random sentences that don't flow together? It's like they're trying to tell you something but not really saying it.

Let me try to break this down into some actual sections so we can actually get some info out of it... Okay, so the storm is super cold (-20C in Texas 🥶), that's cool. But then they go off on some tangent about schools and roads being shut down without any context. Like, what does that even have to do with anything?

Anywayz I guess if you've been affected by the storm, it'd be nice if they had a way for you to share your story... but let's keep it short and sweet, people 💡.
 
Ugh, gotta say, -20C in Texas? That's insane! Like, what even is that kinda cold? And hundreds of thousands without power? So not cool. It sounds like a total disaster zone out there 😩. I mean, I've heard of some crazy weather before, but this takes the cake. Shoulda seen it coming too - we're in the middle of winter and all... just saying 💁‍♀️. Anyway, gotta respect those affected by the storm though - power outages can be super tough on people's lives.
 
🌨️❄️ just saw that news and i'm really worried about all those people who lost power 😞 my grandma lives in texas and she's always telling me how hard it is to be prepared for natural disasters, but stuff like this shows you never know 🤯. anyway, if anyone from the affected areas wanna share their story, idk what would help more than just talking about it - maybe some visuals? 🎨🖋️ a simple diagram or an ascii art of a snowman with a power outage could make someone's day 😊.
 
OMG, -20C is like, what?! I can barely handle my phone autocorrecting on a warm day, not to mention actual freezing temperatures! 😂 Anyways, hope everyone in Texas is keeping it cozy and warm (and their power on) 🍞️. Poor folks are gonna need some serious hot chocolate to get through this...
 
omg 7 lives lost is crazy 🤕 so many ppl are struggling without power or being able to go to school it's like the whole country is one big winter wonderland disaster zone 😩 i feel bad for all the ppl who had to evacuate their homes and stuff, that can't be easy at all. we need 2 hear from all the ppl who were affected by this storm so we can get a better idea of what was going on 📝
 
omg i was just thinking about how much i love hot chocolate on a cold day like today 🍫❄️ and then i saw that news about the storm in the US and it's just crazy how quickly things can go from mild to wild! i mean, -20C is COLD even for us UK folks who are used to freezing winters 😱 anyway, back to hot chocolate, have you tried adding a pinch of salt to balance out the sweetness? game changer 🤯
 
this is just so heartbreaking its like the storm came out of nowhere and left these people with nothing but darkness and cold ❄️ its so sad that 7 ppl lost their lives dont think its ever gonna be easy for them or their families to deal with this 😔 hope the power comes back on soon and ppl get some warmth in their homes
 
😩🌨️ This is getting outta hand. Another winter storm hitting the US and it's already claimed lives? 7 people gone, hundreds of thousands without power... what's next? 🤕 The chill in the air better be worth it 😒
 
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