Winter Storm Fern
Coverage of Winter Storm Fern in the Nexus archive.
- Traffic reminder: TDOT to conduct rolling roadblock on interstate in South Nashville
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will conduct a rolling roadblock on Interstate 65 North in South Nashville from July 16, 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., to reinstall an overhead sign damaged during the January 2026 winter storm. A semi-trailer jackknifed and struck the sign during the storm, causing it to collapse. The work will close specific on-ramps and require drivers to slow down and allow extra travel time.
- NES board releases review of response to Winter Storm Fern
The NES governing board released an independent after-action review of the utility's response to Winter Storm Fern. The review examines how the organization handled the storm's impact.
- FEMA payouts for Tennesseans affected by winter ice storm surpass $36 million
FEMA has obligated over $36 million in disaster assistance to Tennesseans affected by Winter Storm Fern, which caused widespread power outages and tree damage in January 2026. The aid includes $7.9 million for housing and $28.6 million for other needs, following a disaster declaration approved by President Donald Trump on April 11.