Winter Storm Leaves Hundreds of Thousands Without Power, Disrupts Air Travel

Power Outages in the South

• 💡 Hundreds of thousands are still without power in the Nashville area following a winter storm that brought a thick coating of ice.
• ⚠️ Temperatures are expected to drop into the single digits, exacerbating the cold for those without heat.
• 🛠️ Nashville Electric Services has doubled its workforce to restore power, but ice and heavy trees are hindering repair efforts.
• 🏠 Some residents are experiencing indoor temperatures as low as 45°F, with many trapped by frozen cars and slick roads.

Widespread Air Travel Disruptions

• ✈️ Airlines are struggling to recover after more than 15,000 flights were canceled over the weekend.
• 📈 Over 4,700 flights have been canceled today, with another 4,700 delayed, impacting travel nationwide.
• ❄️ The bitter cold is expected to continue impacting operations such as baggage loading, deicing, and fueling for many days.
• 📉 Flight cancellations over the weekend rivaled those seen during the height of the pandemic.

National Impact of the Storm

• 📊 At its peak, nearly a million power outages were reported across the country.
• 📍 Data indicates over 650,000 people remain without power, with many outages concentrated in the South.