A Dose of Reality The January 2026 winter storm was a brutal reminder that weather doesn't just impact travel—it tests the physical limits of our infrastructure. As of February 2, 2026, the Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed 25 fatalities . Governor Lee announced a request for an Expedited Major Disaster Declaration for 23 counties. With the addition of over 300,000 power outages across the state and Shelby County facing $5 million in the cost of damages, Tennessee

If you followed our Thanksgiving travel blogs, you're already ahead on planning your Christmas road trip. But holiday traffic doesn't end with Thanksgiving. Christmas brings the added risk of inclement weather—ice storms, snow, sleet, and black ice can all lead to accidents. Even if you avoid the wrecks, you still need to be prepared for traffic jams. Driving through unfamiliar states can catch you off guard with sudden weather changes, especially if you don't know how to han