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Charlotte, North Carolina – The arrival of winter will be felt across North Carolina this weekend as the winter solstice arrives Saturday, marking the shortest day of the year and signaling a longer stretch of cold nights that can strain homes and plumbing. While temperatures may fluctuate in the near term, state officials are urging residents to prepare now, especially with colder air typical of January not far off.
According to the North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal and emergency management partners, frozen pipes remain one of the most common winter hazards during extended cold spells. Officials warn that pipes in unheated spaces such as crawl spaces, garages, and attics are especially vulnerable when overnight temperatures dip near or below freezing…