The Status Orange low temperature warning has led to significant impacts, with severe ice conditions causing road hazards and multiple events being called off across the region.
Electricity demand soared to a record 6,024 megawatts amid the freezing temperatures, as people turned up their heating, exceeding previous high marks and signaling response during severe winter weather.
Communities are coming together to provide support for those affected by power and water outages, including charging facilities and meals for those without electricity in impacted areas.
Caution is urged on roads due to continuing icy conditions, even where no snow is present, as surfaces can appear deceptively safe despite extreme cold.
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