Freezing rain has caused major disruptions in Arkansas since the year 2000, including power outages, downed trees, and weeks of cleanup. The state was hit by two ice storms in December 2000, causing power outages for about 800,000 people. Other impactful December ice storms occurred in 2002 and 2009, causing power outages for hundreds of thousands of Arkansans. These storms are a reminder of how quickly things can go downhill, and as the winter season continues, it is important to stay tuned to the Arkansas Storm Team.

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