In North America, the upcoming winter storm across the southern and eastern US is the main highlight. Heavy snow and significant ice accumulation will result in severe supply chain disruptions. Ice accumulation looks most likely from central Texas extending across the northern portion of the Gulf States. Widespread power outages are expected across this zone which could last numerous days. Arctic air will flow southward into the central and eastern US in the wake of the storm system which will slow clean up efforts, especially in places with limited snow removal equipment. For more detail on the upcoming high impact winter storm please refer to the recording.
Outside of North America, extreme weather risks will be minimal during the next week. The only region with several high risk supply chain nodes is Europe where we are tracking five major ports with a high risk of wind disruptions. Also, Europe’s temperatures are moderatlng following what has been one of the coldest starts of January in several winters. Over in East Asia, heavy snow will impact northern Japan through January 25 disrupting transportation and business operations.
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