Deadly Ice Storm Wreaks Havoc Across Texas, Arkansas, and Tennessee

Deadly Ice Storm Wreaks Havoc Across Texas, Arkansas, and Tennessee
U.S. and Texas state flags fly over a Nissan car dealership as light traffic moves through snow and ice on U.S. Route 183 in Irving, Texas, on Feb. 3, 2022. John Moore/Getty Images
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At least eight deaths are being blamed on the crippling ice storm that has wreaked havoc across the southern Plains and mid-South this week.

On Thursday, hundreds of thousands were without power in parts of Texas, Arkansas, and Tennessee. Freezing conditions have caused more flight cancelations and delays, and road conditions remain treacherous for the fourth day in a row.

Jana J. Pruet
Jana J. Pruet
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Jana J. Pruet is an award-winning investigative journalist. She covers news in Texas with a focus on politics, energy, and crime. She has reported for many media outlets over the years, including Reuters, The Dallas Morning News, and TheBlaze, among others. She has a journalism degree from Southern Methodist University. Send your story ideas to: [email protected]
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