Winter Storm Fern live updates: more than 1 million power outages as snow and ice pummel eastern US

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Marina DunbarJanuary 25, 2026 at 11:35 PM

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Winter storm Fern swept across the eastern US on Sunday, causing record low temperatures and snowfall. Over one million power outages were reported, with Tennessee experiencing the most. At least 20 states declared a state of emergency, and seven deaths have been attributed to the storm. Over 10,000 flights have been canceled nationwide, with more expected. New York City public schools are closed Monday, with remote instruction, while subways continue to operate. New Jersey suspended transit services, and the NBA postponed the Dallas Mavericks-Milwaukee Bucks game due to travel disruptions.

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Kansas 40% Alabama 40% Arkansas 40% Delaware 40% Georgia 40% Indiana 40% Midwest 50% Southern US 50% Northeast 60% United States ×280% Winter Storm Fern ×290%

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