Millions of people still digging out from historic blizzard face another onslaught

Millions of residents across the Northeast United States continued digging out from a historic blizzard on January 15, 2026, as they braced for another significant snowstorm approaching the region following the record-breaking weather event that paralyzed communities and dumped several feet of snow. The initial blizzard, which began earlier in the week, left many areas under siege with snow drifts reaching heights of 5-6 feet in some locations, causing widespread power outages, transportation disruptions, and forcing numerous businesses and schools to remain closed. Emergency crews worked around the clock to clear major roadways, though many residential streets remained partially impassible as residents struggled with snow removal equipment shortages and the sheer volume of precipitation. Meteorologists warned that the approaching system, expected to bring an additional 6-12 inches of snow to already hard-hit areas, could exacerbate an already dire situation, particularly for vulnerable populations and those with limited resources. The National Weather Service issued winter storm warnings for multiple states, advising residents to prepare for potentially dangerous travel conditions and possible whiteout conditions during the height of the new storm.