Picture this: palm trees dressed in snow and Floridians building snowmen like they’re in a Hallmark movie . A historic winter storm has turned the American South into an icy wonderland – but with real-world chaos. From Florida to Texas, residents are snapping ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ selfies while battling power outages, icy roads, and tragic fatalities.
Why it’s wild: Snow in Miami? The region averages 0 inches of annual snowfall, making this storm as rare as a quiet TikTok comment section. Emergency crews are working overtime as temperatures plummet, leaving over 200,000 homes without power
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Bigger picture: Climate scientists call it an ‘atmospheric anomaly,’ but for locals, it’s pure survival mode. Schools and airports are closed, delivery apps are overwhelmed, and grocery shelves look post-apocalyptic
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Viral moments: Social media blew up with surreal snaps – iguanas falling from trees (they’re fine!), alligators peeking through ice, and snowball fights on Daytona Beach. Yet behind the memes, communities face heartbreaking losses – at least 5 storm-related deaths reported so far.
Stay warm, stay safe, and keep those phones charged . Mother Nature’s full of surprises these days!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com