Upstate NY Gas Station Sells $2M Mega Millions Ticket
A recent Mega Millions drawing resulted in a significant win at a gas station in Upstate New York. A ticket worth $2 million was sold at the Citgo Food Mart located in Pine Island, Orange County. While this ticket did not match all numbers, it featured a valuable 2X multiplier that doubled its original value from $1 million.
Details of the Winning Ticket
The ticket’s success was due to the Mega Multiplier feature, which enhances lower-tier prizes. This feature can increase winnings by up to 10 times, with multipliers of 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or 10X available at the time of purchase.
Winning Numbers and Jackpot Update
In the latest draw held on Friday, the winning numbers were 30-42-49-53-66, with the Mega Ball at 4. Although the jackpot went unclaimed, it has now escalated to approximately $266 million. The cash option for the upcoming drawing, scheduled for Tuesday, stands at around $120.8 million.
Jackpot Odds and Game Overview
The previous jackpot winner took home $90 million on December 2. According to official sources, the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350. Mega Millions drawings occur every Tuesday and Friday across 45 states, Washington D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Ticket Purchase Information
- Cost of a Mega Millions ticket: $5
- Last jackpot winner date: December 2
- Next drawing date: Tuesday
With the rising jackpot and the opportunity for significant winnings, players are encouraged to participate in the next draw. Stay updated with El-Balad for the latest winning numbers and information on Mega Millions.
