Here in Ohio, we had pretty nice weather over the Thanksgiving holiday. But that wasn't the case in parts of the southwest.
From airport delays and cancellations to dangerous road conditions, icy conditions in Oklahoma and Texas caused major travel delays all weekend long
The big problem for many - scenes like this. Accumulating ice bringing down trees and in some cases blocking roadways. The ice also wreaked havoc on power lines leaving thousands in the dark.
Instructional Links
Website Article & Maps: Midwestern Regional Climate Center, Ice Storms
http://mcc.sws.uiuc.edu/living_wx/icestorms/index.html
Website Article: Ready.gov, Preparing for Winter Storms & Extreme Cold
http://www.ready.gov/winter-weather
Website Article: Do Something.org, 11 Facts About Ice Storms