Eastern U.S. Battles Bitter Cold: Homes Fall in NC, Farmers Freeze in FL

Four homes in North Carolina collapsed into the ocean amid a severe cold snap impacting the eastern U.S. Farmers in Florida await effects on crops as temperatures drop. Tennessee faces power outages after ice storms, and Nashville's utility service faces criticism. Hypothermia contributes to deaths across affected states.

Four homes on North Carolina's eroding coastline collapsed into the ocean due to powerful icy winds as the eastern United States endures over a week of sub-freezing temperatures. Across the U.S., Florida farmers anxiously wait for crops to emerge from the frost, while Tennessee residents contend with ongoing power outages.

In Nashville, frustrations mount as thousands remain without electricity for over a week since an ice storm wreaked havoc on infrastructure. With more than 110 deaths attributed to the cold, officials like New York City's Mayor Zohran Mamdani highlight hypothermia as a significant concern in the fatalities.

Amid the relentless cold weather, challenges persist. Nashville operates under scrutiny for handling the power crisis, while elsewhere, cleanup efforts continue as officials strive to return communities to normalcy. Meanwhile, Florida farmers grapple with potential crop losses, worrying about their economic impact.

(With inputs from agencies.)