CNN 5 Things Blizzard Buries Northeast, Zelensky Appeals to Trump, Nick Reiner's Plea and more
Feb 23, 2026
Miller, CNN lead meteorologist, breaks down a historic Northeast blizzard with record snowfall, hurricane-force gusts, travel bans, and a short-term forecast. The conversation also touches on cartel violence impacting US travelers, Zelenskyy’s urgent appeal to Trump for support, and the high-profile legal case of Nick Reiner.
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Historic Northeast Blizzard Overwhelms Cities
- A historic Northeast blizzard set all-time snowfall records in cities like Providence and dumped over two feet in parts of six states.
- CNN Lead Meteorologist Miller noted gusts reached hurricane force and a quick follow-up storm arrives Wednesday, giving only one full day to dig out.
Shelter And Use Crisis Hotline After Jalisco Unrest
- U.S. officials warned Americans in Jalisco to shelter in place after cartel-related clashes following the killing of a cartel leader.
- The State Department later confirmed tourist hotspots like Cancun and Playa del Carmen returned to normal and set up a 24-7 crisis hotline for affected U.S. citizens.
Zelenskyy Appeals Directly For Continued U.S. Support
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly urged President Trump to keep the U.S. supporting Ukraine as the war enters its fourth year.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the U.S. role in stopping Putin and rejected Putin's demands while still seeking an end to the war.