World News Tonight with David Muir Full Episode: Friday, January 2, 2026
Jan 3, 2026
Bone-chilling cold is gripping the Northeast, creating relentless lake-effect snow in Western New York. California faces severe flooding, with cars submerged and mudslide risks on the rise. A harrowing bar fire in the Swiss Alps is under investigation, with sparklers suspected as the cause. President Trump's stern warning to Iran coincides with escalating protests. An FBI sting foils an ISIS-inspired New Year's attack plot, while a powerful earthquake shakes Guerrero, Mexico, causing injuries and aftershock fears.
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Northeast Faces Prolonged Lake-Effect Storm
- Lake-effect snow and extreme cold are creating widespread travel hazards across the Northeast tonight.
- Forecasts show some relief by later next week with warmer-than-normal temperatures east of the Rockies.
West Battles Flooding And High Tides
- The West is dealing with heavy rain, extremely high tides, and flooding that are compounding risks on already saturated ground.
- Officials warn of mudslides, inundated neighborhoods, and rescues from washed-out vehicles.
Video Captures Swiss Bar Inferno
- A teen shot video inside the Swiss Alps bar showing sparklers and the ceiling catching fire before flames spread rapidly.
- Survivors described people on fire breaking and falling from windows as investigators probe safety compliance.