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* Cold-related death roils homeless; shelter finds itself at heart of a tragedy (video)* Bone-chilling nights in store for Chattanooga area (video)* From the Gulf to New England, cold grips the U.S.
Days ahead
Forecast the rest of the week:* TODAY: High: 34/Low: 9, 20% chance of snow during the day, 30% chance of flurries at night * THURSDAY: High:22/Low: 11 * FRIDAY: High: 34/Low: 28,40% chance of snow during the day, 50% chance of snow at night * SATURDAY: High: 46/Low: 39, 60% chance of snow/rain during the day
ATLANTA -- Utility companies say more than 77,000 Georgia customers remain without power as crews work to clear downed trees and power lines.
Georgia's electric membership cooperatives reported that more than 49,200 customers throughout the state were without power Tuesday night after an ice storm coated much of northeast Georgia. A Georgia Power outage map also said more than 27,800 of its customers were without power.
The winter storm also caused some flight delays at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Federal Aviation Administration air traffic control data said flights to New York's LaGuardia Airport were delayed by an average of an hour and 16 minutes. FAA data also said flights destined for San Francisco were delayed by an average of roughly one hour and 15 minutes.
In Tennessee
The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency reports more than 60,000 customers are still without power.
The agency said in a statement Tuesday that the outages span 17 counties, with the highest numbers in Bedford, Knox and Monroe counties.
TEMA issued a state of emergency declaration for the state Monday night because of inclement weather caused by a snow and ice storm that hit Tennessee and other southern states early Monday.
Authorities say all of the interstates around Middle Tennessee remain hazardous with reports of slow-moving traffic, stranded motorists and lanes closed in many locations. Roads and bridges remain slick across the state, and secondary roads are still hazardous.
The Tennessee Department of Military has placed 34 personnel, 17 Humvees and two Blackhawk helicopters on standby to assist with wellness checks and response needs.
There have been three weather-related deaths.
Wednesday school delays, closings
Athens City Schools - closedBledsoe County Schools - closedCatoosa County Schools - two hour delayChickamauga City Schools - two hour delayDade County Schools - two hour delayHamilton County Schools - two hour delayGrundy County Schools - closedMarion County Schools - closed McMinn County Schools - closedMeigs County - closedPolk County Schools - closedRhea County Schools - closedRichard Hardy Memorial School - closedSequatchie County Schools - closedWalker County Schools - two hour delay
Cold weather car tips from AAA
1. Check anti-freeze to see that it protects the engine down to -30 F.2. If the battery is weak or more than three years old, consider replacing it.3. Put winter-blended windshield washer fluid in the reservoir so that the windshield can be cleaned at critical times without icing up.4. Fill the gas tank to help avoid fuel line freeze-up.5. If the tire pressures are low, fill them up today the extreme cold weather will make them dangerously underinflated tomorrow.6. If not possible to park the car in a garage, consider covering the windshield with a blanket or some other large cloth, anchoring it in the doors and under the windshield wipers. This can eliminate manually scraping ice off the windshield tomorrow, or waiting long times for the engine and defroster to clear the ice.7. Consider what to take inside from the car tonight: portable electronic items may be damaged by extreme cold and containers of water or other fluids may freeze and then burst when warmed up tomorrow.8. It will be tempting to start the engine tomorrow morning and let it idle to warm up the car. Some automotive experts approve of that, others don't, but in any case remember that other car systems suspension, braking, hydraulic, electronic, tires will not have warmed up when the car first starts moving. Travel at moderate speeds the first couple of miles to let the entire car warm up.9. If a motorist becomes stranded, there are no absolutely guaranteed ways to stay safe, but AAA recommends that it is best to stay with the vehicle. If the engine can be started, run it only long enough to keep warm. Make sure the exhaust pipe is snow-free. Always travel with a cell phone and car charger.
Cold-proofing home tips from State Farm
* Insulate pipes in the crawl spaces and attic * Heat tape or heat cables can be used to wrap pipes * Seal leaks that allow cold air inside near where pipes are located with caulk or insulation * Disconnect garden hoses * A trickle of both hot and cold water can keep pipes from freezing * Keep thermostat up at night, no lower than 55 degrees. * Open cabinet doors to allow heat to get to un-insulated pipes under sinks and appliances near exterior walls * If pipes freeze, leave faucets turned on and call a plumber * If pipes burst, turn off water at main shutoff valve in the house, leave the water faucets turned on.