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Winter Storm Fern Disrupts 200 Million Across U.S.

1/24/2026

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Fern Storm Impact

A major winter storm named Fern is impacting the eastern two-thirds of the United States and affecting over 200 million people.
The storm brings heavy snow, sleet, and ice from Texas to New England, with up to two feet of snow in Kentucky and Virginia.
Winter storm warnings are in effect across states, with dangerous conditions forecast through Monday and officials urging preparation for power outages and travel disruptions.

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Duke Energy Storm Response

An ice storm will affect western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina from Saturday afternoon through Monday, with an Ice Storm Warning in effect.
Forecasters expect up to half an inch of ice near the Blue Ridge Escarpment, risking downed trees and outages.
Duke Energy is deploying 18,000 additional crew members for storm response.
Governor Josh Stein has declared a state of emergency.
Bitter cold temperatures will persist into next week.

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Fern Storm Impact

A major winter storm named Fern is impacting the eastern two-thirds of the United States and affecting over 200 million people.
The storm brings heavy snow, sleet, and ice from Texas to New England, with up to two feet of snow in Kentucky and Virginia.
Winter storm warnings are in effect across states, with dangerous conditions forecast through Monday and officials urging preparation for power outages and travel disruptions.

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