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Winter Storm Hits Southeast: Emergency Declarations Issued

1/22/2026

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Summary

Story summary

A winter storm is forecast to impact the southeastern U.S. this weekend from Texas to the Carolinas.
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein declared a state of emergency and urged preparation for outages.
Georgia officials warn of dangerous ice accumulation, with up to an inch possible in some areas.
The National Weather Service predicts below-freezing temperatures, prolonging hazardous conditions as emergency services mobilize.

History

Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1993, also known as the Storm of the Century, struck from March 12 to 15, resulting in 318 fatalities and $5.5 billion in damages. The storm affected a vast area from Canada to Honduras, with record snowfall of up to 4 feet in some regions. This event highlighted the increasing severity of winter storms and the need for improved emergency preparedness across the eastern United States.

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Story summary

A winter storm is forecast to impact the southeastern U.S. this weekend from Texas to the Carolinas.
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein declared a state of emergency and urged preparation for outages.
Georgia officials warn of dangerous ice accumulation, with up to an inch possible in some areas.
The National Weather Service predicts below-freezing temperatures, prolonging hazardous conditions as emergency services mobilize.

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