CNN 5 Things Blizzard Buries Northeast, Zelensky Appeals to Trump, Nick Reiner's Plea and more
Feb 23, 2026
Miller, CNN lead meteorologist, provides expert analysis on the historic Northeast blizzard and its fallout. The conversation covers record snowfall, travel bans and hurricane‑force gusts. Other segments touch on cartel violence in Mexico, Zelensky's appeal to Trump, and a high‑profile criminal arraignment. Short, urgent updates that span weather, geopolitics and legal drama.
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Historic Northeast Blizzard With Hurricane Gusts
- The Northeast saw record snowfall with hurricane-force wind gusts that made this storm historically severe.
- Providence topped three feet and at least five states exceeded two feet, with gusts over 74 mph and a quick follow-up storm due Wednesday.
Prepare Now For Travel Bans And Limited Emergency Access
- Travel and emergency operations were widely disrupted, prompting travel bans and thousands of flight cancellations during peak snowfall.
- Officials warned residents they had one day to dig out before another quick, lighter snow arrives Wednesday.
Cartel Leader Death Triggers Local Chaos But Tourist Areas Stabilize
- Chaos erupted in Jalisco after Mexican forces killed a cartel leader, but tourist destinations reported a return to normalcy quickly.
- The U.S. State Department urged sheltering during unrest and set up a 24-7 crisis hotline for affected U.S. citizens.