FX.co ★ Massive winter storm slams the USA with snow

On Tuesday, March 14, the storm Stella was bearing down on the US, bringing blizzards and up to 18 inches of snow to the East Coast of America. As a result of a heavy snowfall, over 100,000 American citizens were left without electricity.

Many states, such as Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Virginia, are experiencing difficulties with energy supply. Earlier in New York, an emergency regime was declared, but the snowfall was not as intense as expected.

According to Fox News, at least 5,900 flights were canceled or detained. Since the beginning of the week, more than 7,700 flights have not been performed because of the snowstorm. About 400,000 people stayed at airports. The work of public transport was also paralyzed. According to reports of railway companies and the management of the New York Metro, most of the routes were partially blocked.

According to forecasts of experts, from 30 to 45 cm of snow could fall as a result of a snowstorm. Due to the snowstorm, the meeting between US President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Angela Merkel was postponed. Instead of Tuesday, it will be held on Friday, March 17.