It’s about to get very, very cold for lots of Americans.

Here’s what you should know about the polar vortex storms.

What’s a polar vortex?

It’s happened before, most recentlyin 2019andin 2014, affecting hundreds of millions of people across the country.

What areas will be affected?

For northern states, temperatures could drop to below -20 degrees as early as Jan. 4.

How long will this storm last?

How will my gadgets survive the great polar vortex of 2025?

Will schools and events be disrupted?

Check your local news outlets and consult weather apps and sites such as AccuWeather for the latest information.