Morning Wire Historic Winter Weather Turns Deadly & Holiday Season Heart Attacks | 12.27.22
Dec 27, 2022
A historic winter storm has tragically claimed lives and disrupted travel for millions, especially in the Northeast. This podcast delves into how a bomb cyclone exacerbates winter conditions, contributing to thousands of flight cancellations just before Christmas. As overdose rates rise, addiction treatment becomes a pressing issue, and listeners learn about the risks of heart attacks during the holidays, along with vital symptoms to watch for. Stay informed and safe this festive season!
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Buffalo Blizzard
- Buffalo, New York, experienced its most devastating winter storm in history, with nearly four feet of snow.
- Hundreds of rescue crews got trapped, and many people died in cars or snowbanks.
Bomb Cyclone Formation
- A bomb cyclone forms when air pressure drops 24 millibars in 24 hours.
- This storm resulted from frigid polar vortex air colliding with warm East Coast air.
Holiday Travel Disruptions
- The holiday travel season experienced major disruptions due to the storm.
- Thousands of flights were canceled, leaving many stranded, especially Southwest Airlines passengers.