Catastrophic Ice Storm Threatens Millions Across US: Power Outages Feared

• Millions of Americans from New Mexico to the Carolinas are bracing for a potentially catastrophic ice storm.
• The storm could cause widespread power outages for days by crushing trees and power lines.
• Approximately 160 million people across the US are under various winter storm alerts.
• Major cities like Washington D.C., Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston could see over a foot of snow.
• Forecasts warn of half an inch or more of ice in parts of Arkansas, Louisiana, Alabama, and Tennessee, leading to crippling conditions.

Why It Matters: A massive winter storm threatens nearly half of the US population with severe ice, snow, and power outages.