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Flights Grounded: 9,000+ Canceled as Mega Storm Bears Down

A massive winter storm has forced more than 9,000 flight cancellations across the United States, prompted FEMA deployments, and threatens widespread power outages and prolonged travel disruption for millions.

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9,000+ - Flights canceled across the United States due to the winter storm

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"If Governor Carney thinks he is going to make Canada a 'Drop Off Port' for China to send goods and products into the United States, he is sorely mistaken" — President Donald Trump

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POTUS LATEST

"I have approved Emergency Declarations for the Historic Winter Storms headed to the Great State of South Carolina and the Commonwealth of Virginia. With the help of FEMA and our State partners, we will keep everyone safe, and make sure both States have the support they need. We will continue to monitor, and stay in touch with all States…"