ATLANTA (AP) — A strong storm system has brought tornado watches and damage in parts of the Southeast just as the Northeast starts to warm up. On Sunday, the National Weather Service reports some of the worst damage near Lake Charles, Louisiana. High winds overturned a horse trailer and a Mardi Gras float. They also damaged an airport jet bridge and knocked an awning into power lines. The weather service also reports snapped and toppled power poles near Jena, Cheneyville, and Donaldsonville. No deaths or serious injuries are being reported. Meanwhile, California braced for a powerful winter storm that was expected to bring thunderstorms, damaging winds and heavy snow to mountain areas.
Storm System Sweeps Across The Southeast
February 16, 2026 5:05 am