The winter storm has affected a vast area spanning several states, causing winter storm warnings from Texas to North Carolina. As the storm continues to move across the region, it has brought not only heavy snowfall but also freezing rain, impacting travel and daily activities. State officials are advising residents in affected areas to stay updated on conditions and avoid unnecessary travel, as the weather is expected to remain severe for at least the next 24 hours.
The impact of the winter storm has resulted in significant disruptions to travel, with over 1,500 flights canceled or delayed at Dallas Fort Worth airport due to the severe weather conditions. Drivers are facing extremely slick roads as icy conditions prevail, and many states are deploying crews to treat roadways with brine and salt. Transportation authorities are urging individuals to stay off the roads if possible, particularly as conditions are predicted to worsen before they improve.
In light of the storm, Georgia has declared a state of emergency, with transportation departments preparing roadways for the inclement weather. Officials have been proactively treating roads to ensure safety for travelers and are ready to respond to emergencies as they arise. Past experiences from significant winter storms in 2014 have heightened concerns among residents, prompting officials to reinforce the message for people to stay at home unless travel is critical.
A severe winter storm is currently sweeping across the Southern and Central United States, bringing hazardous weather conditions including heavy snowfall and freezing rain. The storm has already triggered winter storm warnings that extend from Texas all the way through to North and South Carolina. Reports indicate that areas in Texas could see snow accumulation of up to 8 inches by tomorrow, creating dangerous travel conditions. In response to the storm, a state of emergency has been declared in metro Atlanta, Georgia, as citizens brace for impactful weather reminiscent of past storms that have caused significant disruption in the area. The situation has led to significant flight cancellations and delays, with over 1,500 flights affected at the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport alone due to hazardous conditions.WASHINGTON & LINCOLN’S DAYS OF SNOW ** That blue gold called water with which we are blessed As raindrops or crystallized snow Changes to rivers and fresh water lakes While the winds of our seasons blow. Winter’s cold days are dreary and often cruel But their hardships are used by God as a tool. His reasons for seasons fit His grand plan To strengthen the souls of both woman and man. The cold winds of winter play tunes with the trees Though now they sound different when stripped of their leaves. Our warm days have gone and for spring we must wait And all who are weary pray it wont be too late. The snow has piled high on the rooftops of town As small birds huddle in the bushes they’ve found. Everywhere are snowmen standing as guards While children throw snowballs from forts in their yards. If Washington and Lincoln were alive and well And spoke of America’s winters in their day. I wonder what they might faithfully convey And would we glad it’s not then but today? By Tom Zart!
