A powerful storm system is currently affecting millions of people in the Midwest and Great Plains regions of the U.S., with blizzard conditions and high winds posing risks. At least 42 people died over the weekend due to tornadoes, dust storms, and wildfires in eight states. Interstate closures have been implemented in Kansas and Nebraska due to winter weather, while power outages are affecting tens of thousands of customers in Nebraska and Iowa. The fire threat is also high in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Missouri, with wildfires burning thousands of acres and threatening homes. Texas A&M Forest Service responded to 14 new wildfires that burned over 18,000 acres on Tuesday alone. In Arkansas, multiple fires were reported, with some homes damaged in Little Rock. Mayor Frank Scott issued a burn ban in Pulaski County to prevent further danger. Despite massive dust storms across New Mexico on Tuesday, the weather has calmed, but forecasters warn of critical fire weather conditions on Thursday. This storm system is the third to rapidly develop in recent weeks, bringing a very active weather pattern across the U.S. since February. Authorities urge residents to stay safe and heed warnings in order to prevent further loss of life and property damage.
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