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FEMA preparations for ‘massive winter storm’ set to impact more than 30 states revealed in memo

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FEMA preparations for ‘massive winter storm’ set to impact more than 30 states revealed in memo

FIRST ON FOX: A memo obtained by Fox News Digital revealed the preparations the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is taking Friday as a “massive winter storm” is set to impact over 240 million people across more than 30 states. 

The FEMA memo said 250,000 meals, 400,000 liters of water and 30 generators have already been prepositioned at Camp Minden in Louisiana, as well as dozens of shuttle drivers to “rapidly move commodities as needed” from facilities in Pennsylvania, Texas, Louisiana and Georgia. 

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In addition, 28 urban search and rescue teams are on standby, “ready to deploy and support lifesaving operations at the request of governors,” according to the memo. 

“The secretary is fully engaged at FEMA in a way we haven’t seen from DHS secretaries under previous administrations. It’s clear she cares deeply for the Americans who will be impacted by this storm and is leaning in to make sure they get the resources they need,” a FEMA source told Fox News Digital.

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, left, listens to Matt Payne, Director of Response at FEMA, as the agency is making preparations for a winter storm. (DHS photo by Tia Dufour)

“She personally gave her phone number to dozens of governors on a call yesterday and so did the acting FEMA administrator. It’s like someone took a chainsaw to the red tape and bureaucracy. We’re focused, mission ready, deploying resources, and supporting state and local response to this storm,” the source added. 

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Winter weather warnings and advisories that are currently in effect on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026. (FOX Weather)

The FEMA memo states, “On Friday, January 23, 2026, a massive winter storm will begin its path across the midsection of the United States, impacting more than 30 states.”  

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“Conditions will range from heavy snow and crippling ice in the South to life-threatening cold in the North. A large, long-duration winter storm is expected to bring widespread heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain from the Southern Rockies/Plains into the Mid-South beginning Friday, spreading eastward to the Mid-Atlantic and New England this weekend,” the memo added. “An Arctic front will bring frigid temperatures and gusty winds that will lead to dangerous wind chills from the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest.”

Snow in Prospect Park in Brooklyn on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. New York City is gearing up for its first major winter storm of 2026.   (Theodore Parisienne/New York Daily News/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)

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More than 240 million people from Arizona to Maine are in the path of the potentially historic storm, which is expected to extend over 2,300 miles, according to FOX Weather. 

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is seen as FEMA is making preparations for a winter storm set to impact much of the U.S. this weekend. (DHS photo by Tia Dufour)

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Ahead of the storm, thousands of flights have already been canceled around the U.S., with states of emergency already being declared in Arkansas, Virginia, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee, Missouri, Mississippi, Kentucky, New York, and Kansas, along with Washington D.C., FOX Weather reported. 

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Pasadena man run over by catalytic converter thieves faces long recovery

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Pasadena man run over by catalytic converter thieves faces long recovery

A Pasadena man who was critically injured after being run over while confronting suspected catalytic converter thieves is continuing a difficult recovery months later as family, friends and neighbors rally to support him.

Mike “Mikey” Moreno, 38, suffered a traumatic brain injury and multiple broken bones when he was struck during the Feb. 12 incident outside his home on Garfias Drive in Pasadena, according to loved ones.

Moreno’s family says he remains wheelchair-bound and is facing extensive rehabilitation, while medical expenses continue to mount.

A community fundraiser dubbed “Fresh Cuts for a Better Fight — Rally for Mikey” was scheduled for Sunday at Alden Hair Design in support of his recovery.

According to a flyer shared by organizers, the event offered $20 boys haircuts, with 100% of proceeds going directly toward Moreno’s care and rehabilitation costs.

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“Recently, Mikey suffered a traumatic brain injury and is facing a long road of recovery,” organizers wrote. “The physical, emotional, and financial challenges can continue for months or even years.”

The fundraiser comes more than four months after Moreno was left fighting for his life during what neighbors described as a violent catalytic converter theft.

  • Mike Moreno hospital recovery
  • Pasadena catalytic converter theft surveillance video
  • Pasadena catalytic converter theft surveillance video

Security camera footage captured suspects targeting vehicles in the neighborhood before Moreno confronted them. Investigators believe he was run over and left in the street, where he remained until a neighbor discovered him and called for help.

At the time, Moreno underwent brain surgery and was hospitalized with severe injuries. Family members previously told KTLA he could face a lengthy rehabilitation process and might need to relearn how to walk.

Neighbors have described Moreno as a beloved member of the community.

“Mikey is the LAST person this should ever happen to, as he would give you the shirt off his back,” a GoFundMe created to assist with his recovery states.

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The suspect or suspects responsible for the attack remain at large.

Authorities have not released additional details about the investigation, but the case remains under active investigation.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact law enforcement.

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Kamala Harris surprises diners at The Abbey in West Hollywood

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Kamala Harris surprises diners at The Abbey in West Hollywood

Former Vice President Kamala Harris and her husband, Doug Emhoff, made a surprise visit to The Abbey bar and restaurant in West Hollywood on Saturday.

Guests at the popular bar were stunned by the visit when an announcement was made around 6:30 p.m. that Harris and Emhoff were present.

Video of her visit showed enthusiastic patrons cheering, shaking her hand and asking for photos as she made her way through the restaurant. She was heard saying, “Happy Pride!” to the many guests gathered around.

  • Former Vice President Kamala Harris and her husband, Doug Emhoff, were spotted at The Abbey bar and restaurant in West Hollywood on Saturday, Jun 13, 2026. (Lily Dallow/KTLA)

Restaurant staff were reportedly told shortly before their shift that Harris and Emhoff would be visiting the establishment.

The Abbey is an iconic LGBTQ+ bar that opened in 1991 as a small coffee house before expanding into a sprawling bar, restaurant and nightclub over the decades.

Footage of the Harris and Emhoff’s visit can be seen in the video player above.

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1 shot dead in Cerritos, homicide detectives investigating

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1 shot dead in Cerritos, homicide detectives investigating

One person was shot and killed on the 18600 block of Gridley Road in Cerritos Saturday.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department responded to the shooting at 4:01 p.m. and found a man suffering from at least one gunshot wound. The man was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The sheriff’s department has not announced any arrests in the case at this time.

18600 block of Gridley Road in Cerritos (Google Street View)

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about the case is asked to call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.

KTLA is following the story and will provide more details when they are available.

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