The polar vortex, briefly explained: | Vox

🌪️ Quake County News — Polar Vortex & Winter Storm Fern A powerful polar vortex disruption has unleashed Winter Storm Fern, one of the most widespread and dangerous winter weather systems in recent years. This episode breaks down what’s happening, how it started, which states are suffering the worst impacts, which could be next, and how households can protect themselves from frozen pipes, power outages, and rising energy costs — while also examining the often ignored impact on wildlife. Meteoro