ENVIRONMENT

Arctic Front Brings Dangerous Cold Across Southeastern States

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60-Second Summary

Columbia, South Carolina. Arctic air moving into multiple U.S. regions will drop temperatures sharply this weekend into early next week. Forecasters reported a strong cold front moving through Saturday night, bringing rain and isolated storms before clearing and sending highs into the teens and single digits overnight Sunday into Monday. NWS and local stations nationally issued Cold Weather Advisories, First Alerts, and Winter Storm Warnings for portions of the Southeast and Midwest. Snowfall of 2–6 inches is expected south of I‑70 in Ohio, with wind chills falling well below zero in places. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

About this summary

This 60-second summary was prepared by the JQJO editorial team after reviewing 6 original reports from https://www.wistv.com, https://www.atlantanewsfirst.com, WAFB, abc11 News, WKEF and https://www.wbrc.com.

Timeline of Events

Mild to unseasonably warm conditions observed prior to the approaching front.
Strong cold front moves through Saturday night, producing rain and isolated thunderstorms.
Arctic air arrives Sunday; temperatures fall steadily through the day.
Advisories and warnings issued Sunday for Sunday night into Monday morning across multiple regions.
Earliest impacts include widespread freezes, dangerous wind chills, and localized snowfall through early next week.

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Who Benefited

Municipal snow-removal teams, utility crews, and retailers of winter gear benefited from increased demand for services and supplies during the cold snap.

Who Suffered

Residents, commuters, and outdoor workers suffered elevated exposure risks, travel disruptions, and potential property damage from freezing temperatures and gusty winds.

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