Record cold temperatures are expected to hit parts of the United States this week. Arctic air amassing in northern Canada is expected to surge into the central U.S. late this week

Natural disasters — including winter storms, hurricanes, extreme heat, wildfires and droughts — can happen at any time. Preparation is key to staying safe during an emergency.

A powerful Arctic blast is set to bring dangerous cold, heavy snow, and ice to more than half the U.S., stretching from Texas to the Northeast.