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Bomb Cyclone Hits Southeast: 2,800 Flights Canceled, State of Emergency Declared

2/2/2026

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Story summary

A bomb cyclone is sweeping the Southeast, triggering over 2,800 flight cancellations and more than 110 weather-related deaths.
North Carolina has declared a state of emergency.
Florida reports record low temperatures, snow on the Gulf Coast for the first time in a decade, and iguanas that have become cold-stunned, with nearly 200,000 customers without power as emergency services mobilize.

History

Historical Context

The Bomb Cyclone of 1993, known as the "Storm of the Century," struck the Eastern United States in March, causing over 300 fatalities and record snowfall in cities like New York and Washington, D.C. This event marked a significant moment in meteorological history, highlighting the potential for extreme weather, a trend that continues today as North Carolina faces a state of emergency amid similar severe conditions.

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Story summary

A bomb cyclone is sweeping the Southeast, triggering over 2,800 flight cancellations and more than 110 weather-related deaths.
North Carolina has declared a state of emergency.
Florida reports record low temperatures, snow on the Gulf Coast for the first time in a decade, and iguanas that have become cold-stunned, with nearly 200,000 customers without power as emergency services mobilize.

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