America... The number of snowstorm victims increased

ARK News... The US authorities announced the registration of two new deaths as a result of the storm that struck a large part of the United States during the Christmas period, which raised the death toll from this historic snowstorm to at least 61, according to AFP.

The two deaths were recorded in Erie County, New York State, where Buffalo is located.

And the county official, Marc Poloncars, said during a press conference that at least 39 people died in it, and the death toll is likely to rise.

He said four of the victims were found in cars, 11 in homes, and 17 outside.

As temperatures rise, authorities fear the rapid melting of snow could cause floods.

"Fortunately, it seems that the floods will be limited. There is a possibility of flooding, but it does not seem to be serious," Poloncars said.

He added that electricity has been restored throughout the province.

The storm hit Buffalo, which usually experiences harsh winters.

With heavy snow, cold winds, and a sudden drop in temperature, the bad weather created such chaos that rescue teams found themselves stranded.

Local authorities must now respond to criticism of their handling of the crisis.

Cold weather dominated in varying levels over a large part of the country, even the states of Texas and Florida, which are not used to such weather conditions.

The storm also caused major disruptions at airports, with thousands of flights canceled.

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