Flooding in Southeast US claims four lives as winter storms impact other regions

Severe flooding in Kentucky and Atlanta has resulted in at least four deaths due to torrential rains. A mother and child were swept away in Hart County, while a 73-year-old man was found dead in Clay County. Kentucky received up to 6 inches of rain, leading to widespread flooding and mudslides. The state is under a disaster relief request approved by President Trump. Evacuations are ongoing, and emergency services are responding to stranded vehicles. Elsewhere, the Northern Plains are experiencing extreme cold, with wind chills reaching minus 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Heavy snow is expected in New England, while tornado watches are in effect for parts of Georgia and Florida.