At least two individuals lost their lives and numerous homes across the United States were left without power on Tuesday as severe weather conditions continued to wreak havoc. Swaths of the nation experienced a combination of snow, rain, and tornadoes, causing disruptions and damage in multiple states.

The Gulf Coast bore the brunt of severe storms, with a woman tragically losing her life when a tornado struck southern Houston County, Alabama. In suburban Atlanta, another fatality occurred after a tree collapsed onto a car in Clayton County. Authorities are investigating this death, suspecting it to be weather-related.

The National Weather Service in Atlanta reported widespread flooding in various areas. The storm system rapidly moved eastward, while the Midwest and Great Lakes regions grappled with snow and strong winds. Conversely, the Northeast was expected to experience heavy rain and high winds later in the afternoon.

Cities such as Chicago, Atlanta, Washington D.C., New York, and Boston are all expected to face significant weather impacts, including floods, high winds, and heavy rain, within designated timeframes.

The severity of the weather conditions prompted the closure of schools in several states and the shutting down of sections of two interstate highways. Large amounts of snowfall affected vast areas, ranging from southeastern Colorado to Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

The National Weather Service cautioned that the extensive rain could potentially lead to widespread flooding from the Florida Panhandle to southern Maine. In response to the severe weather, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency across 49 counties. Images shared by emergency services showed damaged buildings and power lines, a consequence of a tornado in Calhoun County and Panama City.

Remarkably, Seattle experienced rare blizzard conditions, prompting the issuance of a blizzard warning on Monday night. The state Transportation Department mandated that all vehicles traveling on mountain roads be equipped with chains on their tires to navigate the challenging conditions.

The situation is not expected to improve soon as a major storm system continues to impact the eastern United States. The National Weather Service anticipates widespread heavy rain, strong winds, and severe thunderstorms from Tuesday into early Wednesday.

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency in anticipation of heavy rain, high winds, and flash flooding. The state could see up to four inches of rainfall along with potential inland and coastal flooding.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul called for residents to prepare for hurricane-level winds and urged them to assemble go-bags and plan evacuation routes. Suffolk County in New York declared its own state of emergency due to the anticipated heavy rain and flash flooding.

Even Hawaii was not spared from the severe weather, as Maui experienced heavy thunderstorms resulting in a flood warning. The Maui County Emergency Management Agency also issued warnings about possible tornadoes on the island of Molokai.

With safety as a top priority, authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and advise residents to exercise caution, heed safety protocols, and stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary.