A powerful blizzard has blanketed Rhode Island and Massachusetts, leading to unprecedented snowfall totals and widespread disruption. With Providence reporting over 33 inches of snow, this storm has shattered records set during the infamous Blizzard of 1978. Governor McKee declared a state of emergency and issued travel bans as road conditions deteriorated. The storm, which has led to thousands losing power and significant travel chaos at T.F. Green International Airport, is part of a larger weather pattern affecting the Northeast that has prompted blizzard warnings across the region. Residents are advised to stay off the roads and remain cautious of potential carbon monoxide risks from blocked vents. Cleanup efforts are underway, but authorities report challenges due to the intensity of the storm.