Cold and Cold Spells

• Airlines Cancel Hundreds of Flights In Anticipation of Powerful Winter Storm - Airlines are canceling hundreds of flights over the weekend in anticipation of frigid weather and ice and now across much of the country.
• Storm Poses Big Threats to Power Grids Across U.S. - Managers of electric grids say freezing temperatures and ice and snow could lead to power outages in many places, potentially leaving millions in the dark.
• Winter Storm Forecast: 5 Key Things to Know Across the US - Here are five key things to know about the forecast.
• Widespread Winter Storm Is Forecast to Bring Heavy Snow to Central and Eastern US - People across a large section of the central and eastern United States are facing predictions for heavy snow and ice starting Friday.
• Winter Storm Brings Snow and Cold Temps as Far South as Florida and Georgia - Snow was observed as far south as Florida as temperatures plummeted. New York City could get up to four inches of snow and up to six inches is possible in Boston.
• Russia Knocks Out the Heat in Ukraine - The Kremlin has tried for years to freeze Ukraine into submission. This winter, its attacks have been the most devastating ever.
• New Year’s Eve Crowds Brave Cold at NYC’s Times Square to Ring in 2026 - The New Year’s Eve celebration drew spectators from around the world, despite cold and blustery weather.
• Heating Costs Expected to Rise 9.2% This Winter - Colder weather and rising electricity and fuel costs will lead to a big jump in costs for individuals, according to estimates from a group representing state energy officials.