Cities and States Begin Delaying COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Because of Winter Storms

Severe winter storms affecting more than a third of the continental United States are hampering vaccine distribution across numerous states, observes CNN . At least seven states issued emergency declarations due to the severe weather, including Alabama, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Texas. In San Antonio, the city has suspended vaccine appointments scheduled to take place Tuesday at the Alamodome until Saturday because of the storm that triggered below-zero temperatures. In Missouri, Gov. Mike Parsons has canceled all of the state's mass vaccination events scheduled for February 15-19 due to the extreme winter weather. Meanwhile, the Nevada Health Response tweeted Monday: "The State received word some vaccine deliveries may be delayed in arriving this week due to severe storms across the country. Our team is monitoring closely and working with health districts and pharmacies that may be affected."