35 million people under blizzard warning as storm hits Northeast

A major earthquake struck a coastal city early today, triggering widespread damage as hospitals reported strained capacity and residents scrambled for aid. Emergency services mobilized rapid response teams, while authorities warned of aftershocks and urged residents to move to open spaces.

In the day’s political developments, lawmakers reached a provisional agreement on an economic relief package aimed at stabilizing businesses and protecting vulnerable households. The plan faces expedited consideration in parliament, with opposition parties signaling conditional support pending further oversight.

Weather services issued a series of advisories as a tropical storm approached the region, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. Local authorities ordered evacuations in low-lying areas and opened shelter facilities to residents seeking safety, as communities prepared for potential flooding and power outages.