USATODAY.com - More than 200,000 still powerless from winter winds: "More than 200,000 still powerless from winter winds

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — A deep freeze stretched from Arkansas to New York as workers tried to restore power to 200,000 homes and businesses left dark by fierce winds that were also blamed in four deaths."

Wind and Snow Strike 14 States; Record Accumulation in N.Y. - New York Times: "Wind and Snow Strike 14 States; Record Accumulation in N.Y.

The biggest winter storm in New York City history — destined for lionization as the Blizzard of '06 — buried the region and much of the Northeast yesterday under blowing, drifting, thigh-high snows that crippled transportation and commerce, knocked out power and disrupted life for millions in 14 states."

World Crises | Reuters.com: "Global warming a major health risk - scientists
Wed 8 Feb 2006 7:02 PM ET

LONDON, Feb 9 (Reuters) - Global warming is already causing death and disease across the world through flooding, environmental destruction, heatwaves and other extreme weather events, scientists said on Thursday."

Death toll rises from freezing weather. 31/01/2006. ABC News Online: "Death toll rises from freezing weather

Freezing weather is continuing to take its toll across Europe, with the number of dead in Poland rising above the 200 mark since the start of winter."