Millions of Americans are bracing for a catastrophic ice storm that forecasters warn could be so dangerous that you may not be safe even when inside your home. The storm will reach New England by Sunday morning and is expected to taper off in the Northeast by Monday. That amount of ice in southern states accustomed to mild winters is likely to topple trees and cripple power lines, resulting in widespread power outages. New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency for the entire state on Friday morning ahead of the dangerously cold weather and snow. Run any necessary errands before the storm, avoid traveling while conditions are dangerous, and have weather alerts turned on to stay informed.'
Source: Daily Mail January 24, 2026 02:23 UTC