Massive storm to stretch across nation

As the second winter storm in less than a week sets up across the country, 21 states are gearing up for a blast of winter precipitation and dangerously cold temperatures.

More than 85 million people are currently under winter weather alerts stretching from the Rockies to New England — over 2,000 miles.The biggest impact will be in the South, where a crippling ice storm is likely.

Places including Dallas and Memphis, Tennessee, could see icy roads and power outages amid dangerously cold temperatures.

The hype begins.. the fear begins.. the big storm approaches ..