Heavy Snowstorm hits US – killing at least nine

An unusual snowstorm has hit the US East Coast, with some areas of Massachusetts seeing more than 27in (68cm) of snow.

The authorities stated that at least nine people have died in snow-related accidents. More than three million homes have lost their electricity supply from Maryland to Massachusetts - some residents may be without power for several days.

The snowfall eased on Sunday, as the storm headed north from Maine. It had worsened as it moved north, with states of emergency declared in New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts and parts of New York.

Communities in western Massachusetts were among the hardest hit. Worcester, Massachusetts. Trees collected more snowfall as they have not yet shed leaves. A National Weather Service (NWS) statement said, “Nantucket in Massachusetts experienced wind speeds of 69mph (111km/h)”.

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Hurricane Irene's effects begin being felt in NC

Hurricane Irene's main thrust be still a day away from North Carolina but heightened waves began hitting the state's Outer Banks early Friday since the storm continued trudging toward the East Coast.

Swells from Irene and 6 to 9-foot waves be showing up and winds were expected to begin picking up later in the day, said Hal Austin, a meteorologist by means of the National Weather Service.

Meanwhile, the hurricane warning area was expanded and now covered a big chunk of the East Coast from North Carolina to Sandy Hook, N.J., which be south of New York City a hurricane watch extended still farther north and included Long Island, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket, Mass.

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