"Winter Storm Gerri: Blizzard Warnings and Heavy Snow Alert Updates"
Winter Storm Gerri has brought blizzard warnings to the Midwest, with heavy snow and strong winds causing power outages and travel disruptions. Another storm, Winter Storm Heather, is expected to impact the Northwest and possibly the South and East. The severe weather threat extends to the South, with a tornado watch in effect for parts of Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee. The Iowa Caucuses are being affected by the storm, with Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley canceling in-person events. The Midwest is experiencing rare blizzard conditions, while the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic face a flood threat from heavy rains.