Record cold has settled into the U.S., bringing brutal and potentially life-threatening conditions for millions across the central and eastern parts of the country.

While the snow and freezing rain from this winter storm are ending, the impacts across much of the country are not.

A neighborhood in Middle Tennessee is completely covered by a thick sheet of ice. Thousands in the region lost power when freezing rain and ice weighed down power lines and trees. How can something so pretty be so destructive?

Winter Storm Fern was a destructive storm for many people, but we also want to show you the happy side of the weather event. Watch this video to see how some people were able to take advantage of fun in the snow, including skiers, sledders and snowball fighters.

Temperatures will be well below freezing across a huge swath of the country. The last problem you want is frozen pipes, cracking or bursting in your home. Here are some ways to prevent that.