In Texas, three children drowned after slipping on ice and falling into water during the storm.

Authorities said heavy snowfall and adverse weather continue to disrupt air travel across the US, with multiple flights cancelled or delayed.

Many roads remain closed, and traffic has been severely affected. Rescue teams are actively working to restore services in the affected areas.

Meanwhile, a severe storm claimed the lives of five people in Portugal, which also caused widespread power outages, leaving over one million people without electricity.

Authorities said the storm also caused significant damage to infrastructure.

In Spain, authorities were forced to shut schools due to heavy snowfall and warned people against non-essential travel.

Meteorological departments in European cities have warned that adverse weather conditions are expected to continue in the coming days.