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Cold Snap Hits Eastern US, Drought Deepens in LA

1/18/2025

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A harsh weather front is poised to unleash the coldest temperatures of the year across the Eastern US, while Southern California braces for dry conditions. The National Weather Service has issued a stark warning, with a 60% chance of red flag alerts next week, as Los Angeles grapples with a mere 0.03 inches of rainfall since October, deepening its drought crisis.

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A harsh weather front is poised to unleash the coldest temperatures of the year across the Eastern US, while Southern California braces for dry conditions. The National Weather Service has issued a stark warning, with a 60% chance of red flag alerts next week, as Los Angeles grapples with a mere 0.03 inches of rainfall since October, deepening its drought crisis.