Life-threatening cold' expected in Rockies, northern Plains
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A polar vortex is expected to grip the Rockies and northern Plains following severe winter storms that resulted in at least 10 fatalities in the eastern U.S., primarily due to flooding in Kentucky. Governor Andy Beshear reported nine deaths and significant damage in his state, prompting a disaster declaration from President Trump. The National Weather Service forecasts extreme cold, with temperatures dropping to record lows in parts of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota. Flood warnings persist in several states, highlighting the severe and diverse impact of winter weather across the region.
The National Weather Service warned of life-threatening cold into Tuesday, with temperatures in northeastern Montana predicted to dip as low as 45 degrees below zero.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced Sunday that the death toll in his state had risen to nine and at least 1,000 people stranded by floods had to be rescued.
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