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Ukrainian airstrikes damaged energy infrastructure in Russia’s Belgorod region, cutting power and water to thousands for a second time this month as emergency crews work to restore services in subzero temperatures; officials say missiles and drones struck Belgorod and the wider region, with power restored in stages, while Russia reports shooting down dozens of drones.
At least 67 people have died in the US due to the deadly Arctic weather, with subfreezing conditions reaching as far south as Texas and Florida. Many have been affected by water outages, with Memphis experiencing broken pipes and low water pressure, leading to a boil water notice for all 400,000 customers. Winter storms this month have caused deaths from hypothermia and road accidents, and freezing rain and high wind gusts are making travel treacherous in parts of Kansas and Oklahoma. However, the end of subzero temperatures is in sight for some parts of the country, with a steady warm-up expected.
Frigid cold weather in Middle Tennessee has led to numerous burst pipes in Giles County, causing water outages and a limited water supply. The South Giles Utility District has urged residents with any water to check their meters and conserve water, while the city of Pulaski's water department crews have been working tirelessly to address leaks. Residents experiencing water issues are advised to contact their water district for updates and assistance, and to call the Giles County Office of Emergency Management for warming stations or urgent prescriptions. Lawrence County is also facing similar problems with frozen busted pipes leading to high water demand.