A potentially historic winter storm is poised to impact the Gulf Coast and Florida, bringing rare snowfall and frigid temperatures to regions that typically do not experience such weather. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for significant winter storm conditions, urging residents to prepare for the oncoming severe weather. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency as parts of the state could see 2-4 inches of snow, with areas like Pensacola under winter storm warnings. The storm is expected to create dangerous travel conditions and potentially lead to power outages as freezing temperatures and ice threaten much of the southern U.S., from Texas to the Gulf Coast. As the region braces for these unusual weather patterns, officials emphasize the importance of safety preparations amidst the bitter cold and expected winter precipitation.