Bomb Cyclone Snarls Travel, Drops Iguanas Across Florida
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A bomb cyclone this week slammed the eastern United States, bringing heavy snow, high winds and widespread cancellations and disruptions. Authorities reported hundreds of canceled flights in North Carolina and nearly a half-meter of snow in some areas, including 40cm in Lexington and 56cm in Faust. About 150 million people were placed under cold-weather advisories and warnings, with wind chills near zero in parts of the South. Florida recorded rare freezing temperatures, snow flurries and cold-stunned iguanas falling from trees. State officials reported road collisions, power outages and crop damage. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- About one week before, a major storm killed more than 100 people and damaged infrastructure.
- Jan 31–Feb 1: A bomb cyclone moved across the eastern U.S., producing heavy snow and high winds.
- Feb 1: North Carolina reported heavy snowfall (around 40cm in Lexington, 56cm in Faust) and widespread flight cancellations.
- Feb 1: Florida recorded rare freezing temperatures, snow flurries in parts and cold-stunned iguanas falling from trees.
- Feb 1–2: Officials issued advisories for about 150 million people; authorities reported collisions, power outages and crop/fruit damage.
- Articles Published:
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Local snow-removal firms, emergency contractors and cold-weather equipment suppliers experienced increased demand and revenue during storm response and recovery operations.
Residents, travelers, farmers and municipalities suffered power outages, canceled flights, road collisions, crop damage and fatalities during the extreme weather event.
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Bomb Cyclone Snarls Travel, Drops Iguanas Across Florida
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