ice storm
Coverage of ice storm in the Nexus archive.
- West Nashville family sues Progressive after ice storm dispute leaves home in disrepair
A family located in West Nashville is suing Progressive following a dispute over damage sustained during a past devastating ice storm. The aftermath of the storm continues to impact residents, and the family alleges that their insurance company is refusing to address the disrepair of their home.
- NES names interim COO, shifts former operations chief to advisory role after ice storm
Nashville Electric Service is restructuring after a critical review of its response to an ice storm that caused widespread power outages. The utility appointed a 30-year employee as interim COO and shifted Brent Baker, the former operations chief, to an advisory role focused on innovation projects.
- Months after Tenn. ice storm destroyed her home, she's still waiting — and the delays keep coming
Evelyn Henley's home in Tennessee was damaged by a January ice storm, leading to displacement and ongoing delays in repairs. Allstate provided insurance funds, but permit issues and required electrical upgrades have stalled progress, with an estimated completion date now set for July 2026.
- Tennessee’s emergency management agency becomes standalone state department
Tennessee’s emergency management agency has transitioned to a standalone state department named the Tennessee Emergency Management Authority. The change aims to improve coordination across state agencies for faster crisis response, with Patrick Sheehan as the first commissioner. The department cited recent disasters like Hurricane Helene and a 2024 ice storm as reasons for the structural shift.
- Review finds NES could have restored ice storm power outages five days sooner under 'ideal conditions'
An independent review found that Nashville Electric Service could have restored power five days earlier during January's ice storm under 'ideal conditions'. The analysis evaluated NES's response to the winter weather event.
- NES ice storm review finds delayed response, tree trimming failures and poor emergency response plan
An independent review of Nashville Electric Service's response to a January ice storm found delayed calls for outside help, inadequate tree trimming, and a lack of emergency restoration plans, leaving thousands without power for up to two weeks. NES CEO Teresa Broyles-Aplin acknowledged shortcomings but emphasized efforts to improve operations and staffing.