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Southeast Prepares for Potential Weekend Winter Storm Impact

PUBLISHED Jan 19, 2026, 10:20 PM ET

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Southeast Prepares for Potential Weekend Winter Storm Impact

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Charleston, S.C. meteorologists warn of a potential winter storm impacting the Southeast weekend. Forecast models indicate cold Arctic air interacting with incoming moisture could produce freezing rain, sleet and snow across parts of South Carolina, North Carolina and Louisiana. Local stations have issued First Alert Weather Days for Saturday and Sunday, and National Weather Service products show elevated risks for heavy snow in North Carolina and freezing rain across much of South Carolina. Officials advise preparations for hazardous travel and power outages. Updates will follow as model guidance refines timing and impacts. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By James Porter | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Models first indicated moisture returning to a cold southern air mass.
Midweek forecasts showed showers returning and temperatures moderating before another cold shot.
Local stations declared First Alert Weather Days for Saturday and Sunday.
Temperature forecasts predicted lows in the 20s, increasing freeze potential during precipitation.
NWS and model products flagged elevated risks for heavy snow in NC and freezing rain across much of SC.

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Who Benefited

Emergency responders, utility companies, and prepared residents benefit from early warnings and pre-storm actions that reduce outages and speed recovery.

Who Impacted

Residents, commuters, and vulnerable infrastructure face hazardous travel, ice accumulation, property damage, and risk of power outages during the storm.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 11
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 11
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 100%, Right 0%

Who Benefited

Emergency responders, utility companies, and prepared residents benefit from early warnings and pre-storm actions that reduce outages and speed recovery.

Who Impacted

Residents, commuters, and vulnerable infrastructure face hazardous travel, ice accumulation, property damage, and risk of power outages during the storm.