Around the eastern United States, several horse racing venues have been forced to alter their schedules due to an intense cold snap. Among these is Parx Racing, which decided to postpone its Wednesday races as temperatures plummeted. Similar actions were taken by other tracks in response to harsh winter conditions, leading to rescheduling and cancellations across the region.

The National Weather Service issued warnings predicting unusually low temperatures for the Philadelphia area, with highs barely reaching 21 degrees Fahrenheit and nighttime lows dropping to a frigid 6 degrees. This prompted Parx to cancel not only Wednesday's events but also those on the previous Monday. The severe weather has affected more than just this single location. Charles Town Races opted to move its Wednesday program to Saturday, adding extra races to that day’s card. Meanwhile, Turfway Park chose to shift its Wednesday races to Sunday. Further south, Delta Downs faced even more challenging conditions, canceling its Wednesday races due to a blizzard warning. In Louisiana, Fair Grounds postponed its Thursday races until Monday because of extreme cold and winter storm alerts.

These decisions reflect the prioritization of safety over competition. Race organizers are taking proactive measures to protect both human participants and equine athletes from the dangers posed by the extreme cold. By adjusting their schedules, they aim to ensure that all involved can participate under safer conditions when the weather improves.