Deadly US winter storm leaves flights delayed and thousands without power

Introduction:
The US has been hit by a deadly winter storm that has left thousands without power and killed at least 12 people in multiple states. The powerful snowstorm is said to have been caused by technology development. The National Weather Service (NWS) said that the storm had intensified overnight, causing widespread power outages across the country.

Background:
The storm began on Wednesday and has since swept through several states, including Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, bringing record cold temperatures in parts of these states, the US meteorologists said. The NWS warned that heavy snowfall could lead to avalanches and landslides, which could cause further disruptions.

In its official weather update, the NWS described the storm as the worst since 2016 when the Midwest experienced record-breaking snowfalls. The agency said that the storm was likely to intensify in the coming days, and people were urged to take precautions, especially if they live in areas prone to flooding or landslides.

Analysis:
The technology development behind the deadly winter storm is a major factor in its severity, according to experts. The NWS said that the storm was caused by the interaction of two weather systems – one from the Gulf of Mexico and another from the Pacific Ocean. The storm’s intensity was due to the interaction between these two systems, which created high winds, snowfall, and gusty winds, the agency added.