"From Subzero to Thaw: Dramatic Temperature Swings Ahead for the US"
The historic freeze that brought sub-zero weather to all 48 lower states is set to thaw next week, though another chilly blast is expected to arrive soon. More than 100 million Americans are under alerts for extreme weather as a winter storm sweeps across the country, resulting in flight cancellations and delays. The Midwest and Southeast will experience a surge of bitter cold air, while the East Coast and West Coast are expected to experience warmer-than-average weather next week. The Arctic conditions are set to persist in the Midwest, with lake-effect snow and freezing conditions continuing. The extreme weather has led to numerous environmental incidents and weather-related deaths across the country.