Death toll from winter storms in the US rises to 14 as severe weather continues

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The death toll from winter storms in the central and eastern U.S. has reached at least 14, with Kentucky reporting 12 fatalities, up from eight. Flooding and severe cold have affected the region, prompting emergency declarations. The National Weather Service warns of an incoming winter storm system bringing arctic air, with wind chills potentially reaching -60 degrees Fahrenheit in some areas. Further flooding is expected, and several people remain missing in West Virginia. Power has been restored to many homes, but over 50,000 customers in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Maryland are still without electricity. Emergency responders have rescued more than 1,000 people in Kentucky.


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