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.
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- 1. About one week before, a major storm killed more than 100 people and damaged infrastructure.
- 2. Jan 31–Feb 1: A bomb cyclone moved across the eastern U.S., producing heavy snow and high winds.
- 3. Feb 1: North Carolina reported heavy snowfall (around 40cm in Lexington, 56cm in Faust) and widespread flight cancellations.
- 4. Feb 1: Florida recorded rare freezing temperatures, snow flurries in parts and cold-stunned iguanas falling from trees.
- 5. Feb 1–2: Officials issued advisories for about 150 million people; authorities reported collisions, power outages and crop/fruit damage.
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