A “very dangerous ice situation” is gripping the southeastern U.S., with millions affected by winter storm warnings and advisories, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Six states—Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, and Virginia—are bracing for heavy ice accumulation, treacherous travel, and power outages through the weekend.
The NWS forecast predicts up to 4/10 of an inch of ice in parts of the Carolinas and Georgia, along with 3-5 inches of snow for the southern Appalachians and southern Virginia. The heaviest ice is expected in Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina, posing severe risks to travel and infrastructure.
“Dangerous travel conditions, scattered power outages, and downed branches are expected due to the heavy snow and ice,” NWS warned. Cold temperatures following the storm could exacerbate the situation for those without power…