Nashville Faces Challenges Amid Winter Storm and Service Disruptions

Power Outages Impact Thousands

Nashville Electric Service (NES) reports approximately 117,000 customers without power as of January 28, 2026. The ice storm has caused significant damage, including over 360 broken utility poles. NES has deployed more than 930 lineworkers to restore service, with assistance from crews across multiple states. ([robertsoncountysource.com](https://robertsoncountysource.com/nes-power-outages-update-for-jan-28-2026/?utm_source=openai))

City Services Affected by Weather

Due to ongoing inclement weather, several city offices are closed on January 28, 2026. The Circuit Court Clerk’s Offices, including Circuit, Probate, General Sessions–Civil, and Traffic Violations Bureau, are closed, though e-filing remains available. ([circuitclerk.nashville.gov](https://circuitclerk.nashville.gov/circuit-court-clerks-offices-closed-wednesday-january-28-2026/?utm_source=openai)) Similarly, the Office of the Assessor of Property is closed, with staff responding to voicemails and emails during the closure. ([padctn.org](https://www.padctn.org/news/office-of-the-assessor-of-property-will-remain-close-wednesday-january-28-2026/?utm_source=openai))

Social Services Respond to Community Needs

Metropolitan Social Services (MSS) remains closed but continues to support vulnerable populations. Staff are in daily contact with senior and disabled clients, conducting welfare checks, providing transportation to warming shelters, and addressing food requests. ([nashville.gov](https://www.nashville.gov/departments/social-services/news/weather-briefing-mss-actively-responding-senior-and-disabled-client-needs-january-28-2026?utm_source=openai))

Weather Conditions and Safety Advisory

The National Weather Service reports that Nashville received 0.42 inches of ice during the recent storm, along with about 2 inches of snow. Residents are advised to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary due to hazardous conditions. ([axios.com](https://www.axios.com/local/nashville/2026/01/28/nashville-ice-storm-0-42-inches-recorded?utm_source=openai))

Why it matters locally

These developments highlight the ongoing challenges Nashville faces in recovering from the winter storm, affecting daily life and essential services.

Sources

• NES Power Outages Update for Jan. 28, 2026
• Circuit Court Clerk’s Offices Closed – Wednesday, January 28, 2026
• Office of the Assessor of Property Will Remain Close Wednesday, January 28, 2026
• Weather Briefing: MSS Actively Responding to Senior and Disabled Client Needs January 28, 2026
• Nashville ice storm: 0.42 inches recorded