Over 100 deaths linked to January storms – here’s how to stay safe when cold, snowy weather moves in

By: Brett Robertson

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: February 2, 2026

Words: 1,263

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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Brett Robertson, University of South Carolina

Powerful winter storms that left hundreds of thousands of people across the U.S. without power for days in freezing temperatures in late January 2026 have been linked to more than 100 deaths, and the cold weather is forecast to continue into February.

The causes of the deaths and injuries have varied. Some people died from exposure to cold inside their homes. Others fell outside …

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