A significant ice storm is currently affecting the Carolinas, particularly in North Carolina, where Governor updates on the damage caused by the winter weather. Hundreds are without power as road conditions worsen. The National Weather Service has issued various alerts, including a Winter Storm Warning, with a transition to freezing rain expected throughout the day. Live maps indicate widespread power outages, and Duke Energy has staged crews to handle potential disruptions. Additionally, air travel is severely impacted, with over 70 flights canceled at RDU Airport, marking one of the worst travel days in recent years. Local officials are urging residents to stay off the roads and prepare for potential multiday power outages. Emergency shelters are opening across the region, and residents are encouraged to take safety precautions as the storm progresses.