Meteorologist Who Warned of Winter Storm Uri Reflects Five Years Later

Описание: As Texans mark the anniversary of Winter Storm Uri, meteorologist Zach Shields is reflecting on the warning signs he saw days before the deadly freeze and the historic conditions that followed. Shields explains how a prolonged Arctic outbreak, multiple winter storms, and record-breaking cold combined to create widespread travel dangers, power outages, and life-threatening conditions across Central Texas.

He also discusses what forecasters, newsrooms, and the public have learned since 2021, including the importance of clearly communicating real-world impacts such as grid strain, road safety, and long-term outages. Above all, Shields emphasizes one key message for future severe weather: prepare early and plan for the worst before disaster strikes.
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