"Rising Death Toll: Arctic Blasts Hit 12 States"

Dangerous arctic weather in the U.S. has led to a surge in weather-related deaths across 12 states, with at least 55 reported as of Saturday. The National Weather Service has warned of another Arctic blast bringing freezing temperatures and dangerous wind chills to several regions, with freeze alerts issued across the South. Thousands have been without power in Oregon, and deaths have been reported in Tennessee, Oregon, Washington, Kentucky, Louisiana, Illinois, Mississippi, New York, Arkansas, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and New Hampshire. Residents are urged to stay at home and off the roads until conditions improve, with a potential thaw not expected until next week.