Widespread Ice Storm Threatens 19 States Across the U.S. This Weekend
Widespread Ice Storm Threatens 19 States Across the U.S. This Weekend
US · Published Jan 23, 2026
A widespread ice storm threatens 19 states across the U.S. this weekend, bringing heavy snow, freezing rain, and sleet.
Approximately 160 million people are under weather advisories, with major cities potentially facing significant snowfall.
Residents are urged to prepare for potential power outages and hazardous travel conditions by stocking up on supplies and avoiding unnecessary travel.
Ice storm across 19 states this weekend
A major winter storm is set to unleash a widespread ice storm across 19 states in the United States this weekend. Starting Friday and continuing through the weekend, a mix of heavy snow, freezing rain, and sleet is expected to impact a large area from Texas to the Carolinas and up into the Northeast. The National Weather Service has issued winter storm watches for parts of 19 states, including Texas, New Mexico, and the Carolinas, with additional alerts anticipated as the storm draws nearer.
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