More than 1 million power outages as deadly Winter Storm Fern pummels eastern US – as it happened

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**Winter Storm Fern Hits Southern US**

* Winter storm Fern is affecting half of the country, bringing heavy snowfall and ice to the southern states.
* Most areas are unaccustomed to heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures, leading to widespread damage and power outages.

**Power Outages and Disruptions**

* Over 1 million power outages have been reported across the country, with Tennessee reporting the largest number of outages (330,000).
* Power prices in the Virginia grid rose sharply on Sunday as demand from data centers surged.
* New York City subways are operating on a reduced schedule, but city buses are running, albeit with delays.

**Fatalities and Incidents**

* Seven fatalities have been reported so far, including five in New York City suspected to be related to the severe weather.
* Two men in Louisiana died of hypothermia, according to the state health department.
* The bodies of three people were found on the streets of NYC on Saturday.

**Other Impacts**

* The storm is causing fuel shortages in parts of Kentucky as tanker trucks struggle to reach gas stations due to icy roads.
* Neighboring cities are advising residents to stay indoors and avoid travel due to hazardous road conditions.

Overall, Winter Storm Fern is causing significant disruptions across the southern US, with widespread power outages, flooding, and treacherous road conditions.
 
Ugh, great timing for all you snowbirds heading south from Canada 🤷‍♀️... I mean, who needs a beach vacation when you can have freezing temperatures and grey skies? 💨 The south is definitely not used to this kind of thing, so kudos to everyone for being (sorta) prepared? 🎉 I heard some places are basically shutting down until the storm passes – I guess that's one way to get some much-needed R&R... 😴
 
Aww man 🤕, so many people affected by this crazy storm! 1 million power outages? That's a lot of folks in the dark 🌑. And with icy roads and fuel shortages, I can only imagine how hard it must be for those stuck at home or trying to travel. Sending lots of positive vibes 🌈 to everyone dealing with this Winter Storm Fern 🌨️ - stay safe, warm, and cozy! 💕
 
I'm still trying to wrap my head around this winter storm thingy 😕... I mean, I know it's not like back in my day when we just used coal and fireplaces for heat 🏠, but still... 1 million power outages? That's crazy! And the data centers in Virginia? What's going on with all that tech stuff? 💻 Can't they just build their servers underground or something?

And I feel bad for those people stuck in NYC, especially with all the subways and buses running. It's like they're trying to compensate for one thing by doing another 🚂💨. And don't even get me started on the poor folks who lost their lives... 7 fatalities? That's just too much 💔.

I guess it's like I always say, when it rains, you gotta stay inside with a good cup of hot tea ☕️ and some popcorn 🍿. But seriously, these winter storms are getting more intense every year, and we need to figure out how to prepare for them 🌪️💪.
 
OMG, wintur storm fern iz insane!!! i cant believe ppl in the south r dealin w/ this much snow n ice lol. they dont exactly get w/ dat kinda weather so its no wonder ther r so many power outages 🤯. like, 1 miln ppl r affected?! thatz crazy! and poor NY city, they got 7 fatalities already? 😱 my heart goes out to the fams of those whos lost loved ones.

anywayz, fuel shortages in kentucky? datz just wierd... tanker trucks strugglin 2 reach gas stations? wut r they gonna do now? 🚨 its like, stay indoors n avoid travel or wut? seems pretty obvious to me lol. but i guess when ur stuck w/ bad weather, u gotta prioritize safety right? 💡
 
omg 1 mil people without power is insane 🤯! i feel for those in the south who r not used to this kinda weather. like, how do u prepare for snow when u dont even have a shovel 😂? anywayz, gotta wonder what's gonna happen with all these data centers and tech companies relying on power supply... will they get prioritized over the regular folk? 🤔 also, sad to hear about all those fatalities and ppl struggling with hypothermia... hopefully everyone gets thru this safely 💕
 
Ugh, can't even get a decent day in without the forum going haywire 🤯💥. Anyway, back to this crazy winter storm - I mean, I feel for everyone stuck in the south who didn't expect all that snow and freezing temps. It's like they're not prepared or something 😒.

And don't even get me started on the power outages... 1 million folks without electricity? That's just ridiculous 🤯. And it's not just the people, I hear data centers are struggling too - who knew they'd be impacted by a storm? 🤔.

The fact that seven people have lost their lives already is just devastating 💔. Hypothermia in Louisiana, and those three bodies on NYC streets... can't believe it 😕. Just not how you want to start the day, you know?

I'm also seeing reports of fuel shortages in parts of Kentucky - tanker trucks can't even reach gas stations due to icy roads 🚧. And neighboring cities are telling people to stay indoors? That's just being safe, I guess 🙏.

Can we just get back to normal life after this storm passes? My forum is already getting all flooded with questions and complaints... ugh 😩.
 
🌨️🚨 just saw that winter storm fern is wreaking havoc on the southern us... like, who expects heavy snow in texas? 🤷‍♂️ anyway, 1 mil power outages are no joke... some ppl r stuck w/o heat or light for days 🕰️😓 and those subways in NYC r taking a hit too... reduced schedules, yikes! 😬 also, i heard dat fuel shortages r a thing now 🚗💨 safety first, right? 👍
 
Ugh, I'm so worried about all these people stuck at home without power or heat 🤕💡. The southern states are not exactly built for snow, you know? It's like they're not prepared for this kind of thing. And those data centers in Virginia are just adding to the problem – it's crazy how much demand there is right now 🤯. But seriously, I hope everyone stays safe and gets through this without too many more incidents 💕. The fuel shortages in Kentucky are a major concern though – people need access to gas for heat and other essentials 🚨.
 
Ugh, I'm so tired of these winter storm updates 🌨️💔. Can't they just give us a heads up when it's gonna be bad for like an hour instead of 24 hours straight? And can we please get some better weather alerts on our phones? Mine just says "winter weather advisory" and doesn't even tell me if it's actually gonna snow in my area 📱😒. And what's with the lack of info on how long these power outages are gonna last? Like, when is it safe to go outside again? ⏰💡. And I know it's not the platform's fault, but it feels like they're just relying on some generic template and not even trying to personalize our notifications 📰😴.
 
man this storm is crazy 🤯 i'm glad i don't live in the south i feel bad for those ppl having to deal with this kind of thing it's like they're not even prepared for snow lol and 1 mil power outages is wild how do ppl survive without heat or water? anyway, hope everyone stays safe and gets back to normal soon ⚠️
 
OMG this storm is like a total disaster 🌀😱 it's crazy that half of the country is getting slammed with snow and ice, I mean I've seen some bad storms in my time but this one is on another level! The power outages are so scary, especially for all those people stuck without heat or light. I'm literally shivering thinking about it ❄️ And poor Tennessee, 330k power outages? That's insane 🤯 I hope everyone stays safe and warm till the storm passes ❤️
 
🌨️ Ugh, this storm is like, super intense! I feel so bad for those folks in the south who are dealing with all that heavy snow and freezing temps. It's crazy how some places don't get used to it and have power outages everywhere 🌪️😱. And sorry to hear about the fatalities... 7 people lost their lives, that's just heartbreaking ❤️. I hope everyone stays safe and warm until this thing passes 💕. The data centers are taking a hit too, with prices going up sharply - I guess they're all about the tech and stuff 😂. Anyway, just sending vibes of support to those affected 🤗💪
 
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