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Three years after a deadly winter storm left millions without power, Texas's electric grid just passed its first major cold weather test. Upgrades and new battery systems kept the lights on for nearly all Texans during this weekend's freeze.
When a black and white cat appeared outside their firehouse during a brutal winter storm, Marlin firefighters didn't hesitate to bring her in from the cold. Now they're working to reunite her with her family.
When freezing temperatures stunned hundreds of sea turtles along the Texas coast, the state's top-rated aquarium mobilized the nation's busiest coastal wildlife rescue. More than 300 turtles have already swum back to freedom.
When a brutal January freeze hit Central Texas, volunteers and shelters rescued over 200 animals from the cold. Now, as temperatures rise, an army of foster families is giving these survivors a second chance at life.
When a winter storm devastated Texas, five volunteers from north and central Florida didn't hesitate to answer the call. They're heading west for at least two weeks to help families recover from the disaster.
When a monster snowstorm hit the US, fossil fuel plants struggled while new technologies kept the lights on. The upgrades made after the deadly 2021 Texas freeze are now paying off.
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When a Fort Worth convenience store manager spotted a regular customer frozen outside during a deadly winter storm, he didn't hesitate. Faris Hussain carried Bobbi inside and warmed her up until paramedics arrived, likely saving her life.
A Fort Worth convenience store manager lifted a homeless woman whose body had frozen solid during a winter storm, likely saving her life. Bobbi, who had spent her 50th birthday night crawling through freezing rain after finding the warming shelter closed, made a full recovery.
When icy roads trapped nurses in Weatherford, Texas, an off-road shop owner and volunteers worked around the clock to make sure healthcare workers could safely reach their patients. Kevin Barwell hasn't stopped answering calls since Friday.
When frozen roads trapped essential workers in Gregg County, Texas, a nonprofit with heavy-duty trucks drove through the ice to bring them to safety. Mountain Showdown has answered the call during every severe cold snap. --- ##
When Winter Storm Fern knocked out power for over a million people in January 2026, data centers stepped up in an unexpected way. Their backup generators helped keep the lights on across the Southeast and mid-Atlantic regions.
As millions brace for a massive winter storm, zoos across America are ensuring their animal residents stay safe, warm, and entertained. From heated barns to food puzzles, animal care teams are working around the clock to protect their furry and feathered friends.
When a severe winter storm threatened Durham this weekend, three local groups gave volunteers just 48 hours to collect supplies and create shelter for unhoused neighbors. Hundreds of residents answered the call.
As Winter Storm Fern sweeps across Louisiana, the American Red Cross is offering free disaster response training to turn neighbors into helpers. Six virtual sessions this week will prepare locals to respond to everything from house fires to statewide emergencies.
A tiny kitten trapped in a Spring, Texas storm drain got a happy ending thanks to quick-thinking neighbors and a brave firefighter. The rescue led to an instant adoption by the family who called for help.
As Winter Storm Fern brings freezing temperatures and power outages across Louisiana, the American Red Cross is calling on residents to help their neighbors stay warm and safe. No experience needed—just two hours of training gets you ready to make a difference.
Samaritan's Purse has already helped over 700 families recover from January's devastating winter storm in Tennessee and Mississippi. Now they need more volunteers to finish the job and bring hope to hundreds more households still struggling.
After Winter Storm Fern swept through Oxford, Mississippi, neighbors are answering the call to help those still struggling with the aftermath. A new online system is making it easier than ever for volunteers to find exactly where they're needed most.
University researchers discovered that Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and Houston don't just experience weather—they actively shape it. After studying over 40,000 storms, scientists found urban areas influence where storms form and how powerful they become. ##
When winter storms turned Texas roads into skating rinks, nurses couldn't reach their patients. A local off-road shop owner and volunteers worked around the clock to make sure healthcare workers made every shift.
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