Major U.S. Storm Moves East as Climber Makes History in Yosemite

A powerful winter storm has moved from the U.S. Midwest to the East Coast. The system brought heavy snow and travel disruptions to several states. Meanwhile, in California's Yosemite National Park, climber Sasha DiGiulian achieved a historic ascent. She became the first woman to free-climb the longest route on El Capitan, a massive granite rock formation. Free-climbing means using only hands and feet on the rock for upward progress. Safety ropes catch a fall but do not aid the climb. DiGiulian completed her climb on the "Golden Gate" route despite challenging winter conditions. The storm and the climb highlight contrasting events across the country. One involved millions facing severe weather, while the other marked a milestone in elite athletic achievement.