A massive winter storm dumped sleet, freezing rain and snow across much of the U.S. on Sunday, bringing subzero temperatures and halting air and road traffic. Tree branches and power lines snapped under the weight of ice, and hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses in the Southeast were left without electricity.

Many schools are reporting closures due to winter weather conditions impacting the region.

Sleet and snowfall accumulations overnight remain manageable in the Piedmont and High Country, but freezing rain could complicate things for area commuters and airline operators.

N.C. State Highway Patrol reports more than 300 crashes on state roads during winter storm, while utilities are reporting more than 17,000 power outages. The storm is expected to last into early Monday.

Emergency crews responded to a morning fire at a longtime Blowing Rock eatery. No injuries were reported.

Overnight conditions were manageable, but colder air could quickly change that. Road crews remain on alert across the region.

A mix of snow and sleet began accumulating last night, making for poor road conditions on all routes.

A massive winter storm continued Sunday morning, dumping snow, sleet and freezing rain across the South and up through New England, bringing frigid temperatures, widespread power outages and treacherous road conditions.

Four vehicles from the North Carolina National Guard have been deployed to help Winston-Salem residents affected by impending hazardous weather.

Counties and municipalities throughout the region are sharing information on warming centers, shelters, etc.