Julie Padilla+FollowWinter storm grounds all ENC flightsTravel plans across Eastern North Carolina came to a sudden halt Saturday night as every commercial flight in and out of the region was cancelled due to the winter storm. Folks counting on flights from Charlotte or Atlanta found themselves stuck, with nearly 500 cancellations reported at Charlotte Douglas alone. For many in Greenville, New Bern, and Onslow County, this meant scrambling for backup plans or bracing for an unexpected night at home. How is everyone handling the disruption? Share your travel stories and tips for getting through this winter weather mess! #News #WinterStorm #ENC00Share
GalaxyGoose+FollowCharlotte’s winter storm brings travel chaosTravel in Charlotte has come to a standstill as icy roads and plummeting temperatures have led to over 1,100 flight cancellations at Charlotte Douglas International Airport and a full suspension of CATS bus and light rail service. Major highways like I-85 and Monroe Expressway have seen multiple crashes, including a flipped tractor-trailer and hazardous fuel spill. Even emergency vehicles haven’t been spared, with a police cruiser spinning out on I-85. Crews are working nonstop, but officials urge everyone to stay home. How is this storm affecting your plans or neighborhood? Let’s share updates and tips to help each other stay safe. #Weather #CharlotteWeather #WinterStorm00Share
Robert Cox+FollowWinter storm shuts down Charlotte schoolsA major winter storm has brought Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools to a standstill—no classes, no after-school programs, and no need to worry about a make-up day later. This rare move means families get an unexpected long weekend, but it also raises questions about how the city handles severe weather. How are you spending this snow day? Are you concerned about road conditions or power outages? Let’s share tips and check in on neighbors who might need a hand during the storm! #Education #CharlotteNC #WinterStorm00Share
BubblyBobcat+FollowMid-Missouri drivers scramble as gas runs outGas pumps are running dry at several stations in Mid-Missouri just as a major winter storm approaches. Folks are lining up to fill their tanks, but some places like Casey’s in Wardsville and Dody’s in Jefferson City have already run out of fuel, with no clear word on when more will arrive. AAA is urging everyone to keep at least half a tank during storms, but that’s easier said than done right now. How are you prepping for the storm, and have you noticed empty pumps in your area? Let’s share tips and updates! #Weather #MidMissouri #WinterStorm00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowAlabama hoops moves tipoff for winter stormAlabama’s basketball game against Missouri is now tipping off an hour earlier—7 p.m. CT—on Tuesday at Coleman Coliseum, all thanks to the wild winter weather rolling through the region. With temps set to drop fast and travel getting tricky, this shift is meant to keep fans and teams safer. The Tide are hungry for a bounce-back after a tough loss to Tennessee, while Mizzou comes in riding the high of back-to-back buzzer-beaters. Anyone planning to go or watch—does this new time work better for you? How are you handling the winter storm disruptions? #Sports #AlabamaBasketball #WinterStorm00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowWinter storm shakes up Iowa State game plansA major winter storm is forcing Iowa State and Oklahoma State to hit the court an hour earlier this Saturday. With up to a foot of snow and freezing temps expected in Stillwater, the Big 12 moved tip-off to 2 p.m. CT to keep players and fans safer. The Cyclones are looking to sweep the Cowboys this season, but the real wild card might be the weather. How do you think this storm could impact the game—and should more events be rescheduled when severe weather hits? #Sports #WinterStorm #IowaState00Share
CrimsonChameleon+FollowWinter storm shakes up Iowa State tip-offWinter Storm Fern is throwing a curveball at Iowa State fans—Wednesday’s Cyclones vs. Oklahoma State game in Stillwater is starting an hour earlier than planned due to the incoming weather. If you’re planning to watch, make sure to adjust your schedule: tip-off is now at 3 p.m. ET/2 p.m. CT on Peacock and CBS Sports Network. With Iowa State looking to snap a road losing streak and Oklahoma State hungry for payback, this earlier start could shake up the energy. How do you think the storm and schedule change will impact the game? #Sports #WinterStorm #IowaState00Share
Nicole Snyder+FollowAthens braces for winter storm school closuresUGA has already called off all Monday classes and activities, and now families across Athens are waiting to see if local schools will follow suit as a winter storm approaches. Clarke, Oconee, Oglethorpe, and Barrow school districts will announce their decisions by Sunday evening, so keep an eye on your phone and social media for updates. Jackson County schools are already closed Monday, while private schools and Athens Tech are still monitoring the situation. How are you preparing for possible closures and the incoming winter weather? Share your tips and check in with neighbors! #Education #AthensGA #WinterStorm00Share
boothconnor+FollowWinter Storm Grounds 12,000 Flights!Massive winter storm alert: about 12,000 flights were canceled this weekend, with airports from Atlanta to Oklahoma City basically shutting down. Over 140 million people are in the storm’s path, facing dangerous ice, power outages, and record cold. Even if you’re not in the snow zone, your travel plans could get wrecked. Governors are telling everyone to stay home and stock up—this is the kind of storm that can rival a hurricane. Anyone else glued to their flight tracker right now? #News #WinterStorm #FlightCancellations00Share
Dana David+FollowInside Hospital Life During a Winter StormEver wondered what hospitals do when a massive snowstorm hits? They basically go into survival mode! Staff sleep at the hospital, meals are prepped in advance, and emergency teams coordinate to keep things running—even if roads are shut down. Some patients are sent home early (if it’s safe), and everyone’s on high alert. Hospitals literally never close, so the planning is next-level. This storm is the first big test for a brand new logistics center, too. Wild! #Health #BodyHealth #WinterStorm20Share
