Severe Weather Alerts
How is the winter storm affecting transportation across multiple states?
The winter storm is wreaking havoc on roads across the heartland, creating dangerous icy conditions that have led to numerous accidents. In Oklahoma City, vehicles are spinning on icy roads, including a Lowe's truck that lost control. Drivers face additional hazards from frozen debris, with one incident involving ice flying off a tractor-trailer and punching through a driver's windshield. The dangerous conditions have prompted North Carolina to declare a state of emergency due to concerns about power outages and road safety. Officials are working to manage the impacts as freezing rain turns roadways into "ice rinks," resulting in multiple crashes including a snow plow being clipped by a semi that later crashed into a barrier wall.
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ABC News
00:37 - 01:25
What severe weather challenges is Kentucky facing?
Kentucky is currently facing multiple severe weather challenges, with snow slamming the state overnight while it's still reeling from devastating flash flooding. The flooding has already claimed at least 14 lives and left numerous neighborhoods submerged under icy waters. The combination of these extreme weather events has created a dangerous situation, with floodwaters freezing as temperatures drop. This dual crisis has overwhelmed local emergency resources as communities struggle to recover from flooding while simultaneously dealing with hazardous winter conditions.
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01:32 - 01:41
How are Kentucky officials responding to the winter conditions affecting residents?
Kentucky officials are actively working to ensure those who need warm shelter during the harsh winter conditions can find it. With the region experiencing snow, ice, and flooding impacts, authorities are prioritizing access to warm places to stay for vulnerable residents. While the severe weather has created challenging conditions, there is some relief on the horizon as temperatures are expected to rebound slightly as the weekend approaches. These warming efforts are part of the broader emergency response to the winter storm affecting Kentucky and surrounding states.
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01:43 - 01:54
How is Kentucky dealing with the aftermath of recent natural disasters?
Kentucky is simultaneously recovering from deadly weekend flooding while now facing additional challenges from snowfall. Field correspondent Alex Perez reports that residents are still struggling with flood waters visible in the area, making for "a difficult few days for so many here in Kentucky." The compounding disasters have created a particularly precarious situation, with snow now falling across areas still reeling from flood damage. This dual crisis has significantly complicated recovery efforts, as the snowfall is "creating even more problems" for communities already dealing with the tragic aftermath of the floods.
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00:12 - 00:34
How cold are the temperatures in Ukraine during the current crisis?
Temperatures in Ukraine have plummeted to extreme levels amid the ongoing conflict. According to correspondent Anas Malik, some parts of Ukraine are experiencing temperatures as low as minus 16 degrees, creating harsh winter conditions for residents already facing power outages due to Russian drone strikes. Even in the capital city of Kyiv, temperatures have dropped to minus 5 degrees, with fields and wheelchairs experiencing even colder conditions at -8 degrees. These freezing temperatures are exacerbating the humanitarian crisis for Ukrainians, particularly the 160,000+ residents left without heat and electricity following attacks on energy infrastructure.
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WION
02:47 - 03:00
How severe are the winter conditions in Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict?
Ukraine is experiencing extremely harsh winter conditions with temperatures plummeting to minus 16 degrees Celsius in some regions. In the capital city of Kyiv, temperatures have dropped to minus 5 degrees, while the 'feel of' temperature is around minus 8 degrees due to wind chill factors. These severe weather conditions are compounding the challenges faced by Ukrainians who are simultaneously dealing with drone attacks on energy infrastructure, leaving thousands without heat and power during this brutally cold winter.
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WION
02:47 - 03:00