An "ice storm" is a weather event where freezing rain falls and forms a layer of ice on surfaces like trees, roads, and power lines, making them slippery and causing potential damage or power outages. Full definition
Back online after five days without power thanks to bizarre ice storm in northeast. (realclimate.org)
From ice storms to tornadoes, natural disasters are common in this area, and wind can quickly damage your roof or cause falling trees. (trustedchoice.com)
The area was hit hard by a severe ice storm earlier in the week. (hsmo.org)