Utility companies are bracing for potential power outages that could affect thousands of residents. From backup power solutions to offline device functionality, WRAL's 5 On Your Side shares how you can stay connected ahead of the anticipated winter weather.

Weather events, like high winds, can cause public safety power outages in Northern Colorado. Larimer County has tips to prepare for one.

While winter storms don’t hit Houston often, when they do, the impacts can be serious — from frozen pipes and power outages to dangerous driving conditions. The good news: preparing for winter weather is a lot like preparing for hurricane season, and many of the same principles apply.

With snow and ice in the forecast, there is the chance that some across central North Carolina will lose power, perhaps for days. The quest to keep warm can bring risks -- from fire, carbon monoxide,

A potential ice storm is heading toward Louisville this weekend, which could mean power outages. Here's how to prepare

A large winter storm heading to Georgia this weekend could bring widespread power outages. Here's how to prepare for multiple days without power.

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy is preparing for Winter Storm Fern and encourages customers across the Carolinas to prepare now and stay safe ahead of possible multiday power outages.

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