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weather-emergency-response2 years ago

"Devastating Arctic Blast Claims Dozens of Lives Across the US"

Subfreezing conditions and treacherous roadways have led to dozens of deaths across the U.S. due to arctic weather, with Memphis, Tennessee, dealing with broken water pipes causing low water pressure for 700,000 people. Crews are working to fix the issue, and the utility expects most people to have water restored within 24 hours. The cold weather has also caused water issues in other parts of Tennessee, with residents facing multiday water outages and potential bursting pipes. Warmer temperatures are predicted for the coming week, but freezing rain and high wind gusts continue to pose travel hazards in some areas.

via NPR|
#arctic-weather#emergency-management#memphis
weather2 years ago

"Memphis Faces Water Crisis: Broken Pipes, Boil Advisory, and Restaurant Struggles"

Deadly Arctic weather continues to grip much of the U.S., with at least 69 deaths reported this January. Memphis is dealing with numerous broken water pipes, and the utility expects most of the 700,000 affected residents to have water service restored within 24 hours. The city, along with others in Tennessee, has issued boil water notices, and residents are facing water outages and shortages. The cold weather has also led to deaths in Tennessee and Mississippi, while treacherous conditions persist in parts of Kansas and Oklahoma. However, warmer temperatures are expected to bring relief in the coming days.

via The Associated Press|
#arctic-weather#memphis#tennessee
weather-natural-disasters2 years ago

"Icy Weather Blamed for 67 Deaths Across Much of the U.S."

Deadly arctic weather continues to grip much of the US, causing at least 67 deaths and leading to water crises in several states, including Tennessee. Memphis residents have been without running water for days, with the utility's 400,000 customers under a boil water notice. Crews are working to repair broken pipes, and some residents are being moved to hotels. The cold weather has also caused at least 25 deaths in Tennessee, and freezing rain and high wind gusts are making travel treacherous in parts of Kansas and Oklahoma. However, a warm-up is expected in the coming days for the mid-section of the country.

via NPR|
#arctic-weather#tennessee#us
weather2 years ago

"Southern US Braces for Water Woes Amid Arctic Blast"

Deadly Arctic weather continues to grip much of the U.S., with subfreezing conditions reaching as far south as Texas and Florida, causing water issues in Tennessee and at least 25 deaths in the state. Winter storms this month have claimed at least 67 lives around the U.S. Crews in Memphis are working to fix broken pipes causing low water pressure, while residents face water outages and boil water notices. With warmer temperatures predicted, the end of subzero temperatures is in sight for parts of the country.

via WKRC TV Cincinnati|
#arctic-weather#cold#tennessee
weather2 years ago

"Rising Death Toll: Arctic Blasts Hit 12 States"

Dangerous arctic weather in the U.S. has led to a surge in weather-related deaths across 12 states, with at least 55 reported as of Saturday. The National Weather Service has warned of another Arctic blast bringing freezing temperatures and dangerous wind chills to several regions, with freeze alerts issued across the South. Thousands have been without power in Oregon, and deaths have been reported in Tennessee, Oregon, Washington, Kentucky, Louisiana, Illinois, Mississippi, New York, Arkansas, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and New Hampshire. Residents are urged to stay at home and off the roads until conditions improve, with a potential thaw not expected until next week.

via Newsweek|
#arctic-weather#deaths#freezing-temperatures
us-news2 years ago

"Deadly Winter Storm Grips Lower United States"

Arctic weather brought bitter cold to the U.S., causing water main breaks in Memphis, Tennessee, leading to a boil water advisory and distribution of bottled water. Wind chill advisories covered a large part of the country, with power outages in Oregon and freezing rain in the Columbia River Gorge. The cold weather has been particularly harsh in the Midwest, causing deaths and hazardous road conditions. Despite the challenges, some residents are finding joy in the snow.

via HuffPost|
#arctic-weather#cold-temperatures#memphis