Freezing Rain Knocks Out Power in the Great Lakes 🌨️
Hey everyone! Have you ever had a snow day because of the weather? Well, in the Great Lakes region, some kids are having unexpected days off, but not for fun reasons. 🌬️❄️
Freezing rain and ice have caused big problems in Michigan and Wisconsin. When rain falls but the temperature is below freezing, it can turn into ice on contact. This ice can make trees and power lines heavy, causing them to break and fall. 🌳⚡
Because of this, thousands of people are without electricity. Imagine not having lights, heat, or being able to charge your phone! 📵 That’s what many families are dealing with right now.
Local churches, schools, and fire stations that still have power are opening their doors to help people stay warm. They’re called “warming centers,” and people can go there to get cozy until their power comes back on. 🔥❤️
In one place called Alpena County in Michigan, nearly 16,000 homes and businesses have no power. An entire county named Presque Isle County also has no electricity at all! That’s a lot of people. 😯
Meanwhile, in Tennessee, people are getting ready for some wild weather too. Forecasters, the people who predict the weather, say that strong winds, possible tornadoes, and even big hailstones could be coming their way. Hailstones as big as golf balls! 🏌️♂️🌩️
It’s important for everyone to stay safe during these storms. Listening to adults, staying indoors, and following safety guidelines helps keep everyone protected. 🚨
Also, in South Carolina, firefighters are working hard to control wildfires in the Blue Ridge Mountains. They’ve made good progress, but some people had to leave their homes just to be safe. 🏞️🔥
Weather can be unpredictable and sometimes dangerous, but communities come together to help each other out. That’s one of the great things about people! 🤗
Remember, always stay safe during bad weather, and don’t forget to thank those who help keep us safe, like firefighters, police officers, and volunteers. 🙌
Reference(s):
Rain, ice cut power across Great Lakes as Tennessee braces for storms
cgtn.com
