: a storm in which falling rain freezes on contact
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During the beginning and tail end of winter, when the temperatures fluctuate more widely day by day, ice storms can hit hard and fast.—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 15 Mar. 2026 Additionally, this tree is prone to breakage during high winds and is particularly vulnerable during ice storms.—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026 Just south of the area in Michigan where the heavy snow will hit, there’s potential for a significant ice storm, said meteorologist Jeff Masters with Yale Climate Connections.—Seth Borenstein, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026 An ice storm warning is also in effect for the northeast Lower Peninsula for hazardous ice accumulations.—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 11 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ice storm