Winter storm kills eight in Tennessee as forecasters warn of new system
At least 25 weather-related deaths were reported in the US as power outages linger and another storm looms
TL;DR
- Eight weather-related deaths confirmed in Tennessee due to a winter storm.
- At least 25 weather-related deaths reported nationwide since Friday.
- Approximately 370,000 customers across the US are without power.
- Nashville Electric Service (NES) has restored power to over 123,000 customers but still has about 107,000 outages.
- A new winter storm is anticipated for the East Coast, potentially impacting North and South Carolina, and Virginia starting Friday night.
- The new storm could bring heavy snow, strong winds, and possibly coastal flooding, with potential for blizzard conditions in coastal areas.
- New York City is experiencing a prolonged cold snap, with some deaths reported due to exposure.
- NYC Ferry service was suspended due to ice in rivers and the harbor.
- School closures have been reported in Maryland, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Texas due to the storm's impact.