Welcome to our live coverage of the severe winter weather system sweeping across the United States. I'm Marina Dunbar, and I'll be providing you with the latest updates as the situation unfolds.
Winter Storm Fern Brings Widespread Havoc
Winter Storm Fern is currently impacting vast regions of the country, unleashing a dangerous mix of heavy snowfall, sleet, and freezing rain. This relentless onslaught has led to frigid temperatures, extensive power outages, and perilous road conditions that are affecting millions of residents.
National Weather Service Issues Stern Warning
The National Weather Service has emphasised that the ice and snow accumulations are forecast to persist through Monday across much of the nation. Following this, exceptionally low temperatures are expected to set in, prolonging what officials describe as "dangerous travel and infrastructure impacts" for several additional days.
Communities are urged to exercise extreme caution, avoid unnecessary journeys, and prepare for potential disruptions to essential services. The combination of ongoing precipitation and subsequent deep freeze creates a compounded threat to both safety and daily life.
Stay tuned for further developments as we continue to monitor Winter Storm Fern's path and its effects on the United States.
