A major winter storm that slammed Texas and the northern Gulf Coast is spreading heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain across parts of the Florida panhandle and eastern Carolinas

A rare winter storm across North Florida is causing historic snow in Pensacola and the Panhandle. See striking images of how residents reacted.

Tuesday’s winter storm is bringing many Floridians their first look at snow in years, or ever. But the excitement of the historic winter storm is met with safety concerns. Towing service owner and Florida native Wesley Hatcher warns residents about driving in the hazardous conditions.