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fromABC7 San Francisco
19 hours ago
Skiing

Final report on deadly Castle Peak avalanche details snow conditions and movements of 9 victims

A deadly avalanche in the Sierra killed nine skiers, marking the worst incident in the U.S. in over 40 years.
fromSnowBrains
5 days ago
Snowboarding

Californian Heli-Skier Dies in Chugach Avalanche Near Lake George, AK - SnowBrains

A California man died in an avalanche while heli-skiing in Alaska's Chugach Mountains during a period of elevated avalanche risk.
Skiing
fromABC7 San Francisco
19 hours ago

Final report on deadly Castle Peak avalanche details snow conditions and movements of 9 victims

A deadly avalanche in the Sierra killed nine skiers, marking the worst incident in the U.S. in over 40 years.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 days ago

SnowBrains Forecast: Two Storms Bring 1-2 Feet to the Snowiest Midwest Hills Through Sunday - SnowBrains

Two cold-season systems will bring significant snow to northern Midwest through Sunday, with varying impacts across different regions.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Fewer heat-related deaths in 2025 despite warmest summer

The UK Health Security Agency reported around 1,504 heat-associated deaths in England during summer 2025, roughly half the predicted 3,039, despite the season being the warmest on record.
UK news
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Man fears stroke or heart attack due to aspirin shortage

A nationwide aspirin shortage poses serious health risks for patients relying on the medication, particularly those with cardiovascular conditions.
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

2 snowmobilers rescued after falling through ice in Georgian Bay: OPP | CBC News

The Ontario Provincial Police responded shortly before 10 p.m. near Robin's Point Road in the township of Tay, Ont. for reports of a snowmobile that had gone through the ice.
Canada news
Snowboarding
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Snowboarder sustains serious injuries in Cannon Mountain crash

A snowboarder was seriously injured after crashing into a tree while out of bounds at Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Snow and wind batter parts of US, with threat of thunderstorms and tornadoes

Successive punches of snow, wind and severe weather are "going to impact the eastern half of the United States," AccuWeather senior meteorologist Tyler Roys said in an interview. Beyond the threat to lives and property, "whether it's wind gusts from a squall line, blizzard or snow, or just wind because of the storm, you're looking at several major airports being impacted."
US news
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
6 days ago

SnowBrains Forecast: Windy Warmup for the Northeast, With Up to 10 Inches in Quebec - SnowBrains

Wind and temperature changes are more significant than snowfall for Northeast resorts until Wednesday evening.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Cold-related deaths among Toronto's homeless population are preventable and take toll on hospital staff | CBC News

We take a pause at the end of the case and just acknowledge that there's a human here, a person, someone who has community, someone who is loved. It's not much, but I think that it goes a long way.
Canada news
New York City
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Mamdani administration says 7 more people died inside NYC homes due to cold exposure

A cold snap in New York City from late January to early February resulted in 29 deaths, with 14 occurring inside private residences and 15 outside, raising questions about preparedness for vulnerable populations.
New York City
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Mamdani admin admits 7 other New Yorkers died indoors from cold - as grim tally reaches 29

New York City's administration confirmed 29 cold-related deaths during a January-February cold snap, with 14 occurring indoors and 15 outdoors from hypothermia, after initially withholding complete information from the public.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Here's why Boston streets seem clearer than after the last big storm

Boston improved snow removal efficiency after the recent blizzard by extending parking bans to allow daytime snow hauling operations, removing 200 truckloads in a single day.
Environment
fromMen's Journal
1 month ago

Emergency Blizzard Warnings in NYC: How Much Snow Has Fallen?

Blizzard emergency declared for New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut as heavy snowfall (up to eighteen inches), gusty winds, low visibility, and travel bans occur.
US news
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Haven't Had Enough Snow? You May Be in Luck!

New York faces potential significant snowfall early next week as Arctic air moves into the Northeast, though forecast models remain uncertain about the storm's exact track and intensity.
#blizzard
fromArchitectural Digest
3 years ago

7 Snow Removal Hacks to Get You Through the Rest of Winter

Electric snow blowers are corded and good for clearing light to moderate snow off patios, porches, walkways, and small-to-medium-size driveways. High-voltage batteries power cordless snow blowers, which are effective on light, moderate, and heavy snow on walkways and driveways. Gas snow blowers are more powerful and can run longer without needing a recharge, which makes them better suited for large properties.
Gadgets
#noreaster
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Can shoveling snow trigger heart attacks? Here's what Boston's cardiologists had to say

I think this is a fairly recognized phenomenon,
Public health
New York City
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Winter of NYC discontent: Bummer blizzard comes just as filthy snow was melting away

A blizzard returned to New York City, prolonging winter disruptions, causing economic losses, strained services, dirty lingering snow, and residents stocking supplies or seeking bars.
#winter-storm
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

My "OBW" Method for Getting Outside Works Every Winter (And Makes Me Actually Like the Cold)

There's a particular kind of winter quiet that settles in around January - a soft, heavy stillness that seems to press itself against windows that look out into a muted world of dull skies and bare branches. The idea of stepping outside feels like far more effort than it should. Inside, the air feels warmer, and my home becomes a nest made of cozy blankets, soft lamplight, and familiar corners.
Mental health
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

This Snow-Shoveling Hack Feels Illegal It's So Smart

Using a large piece of plywood can clear packed snow from a driveway much faster and with less effort than a standard shovel.
#winter-storms
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Six people die as snow, ice and freezing temperatures wreak havoc in Europe

Severe winter weather across Europe caused at least six deaths, heavy snowfall, subzero temperatures, widespread travel disruptions, airport closures, and suspended rail services.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

10 people die in NYC's frigid cold, raising questions about the city's preparedness

Each is among a growing number of people - at least 10, as of Tuesday - who died after being exposed to the bitter cold that has persisted in New York City since late last Friday. Their causes of death are still under investigation, but some showed signs of having succumbed to hypothermia. Officials said several victims were believed to have been living on the streets. At least six of the fatalities came early Saturday, as the temperature in the city fell to 9 degrees (minus 13 degrees Celsius).
Brooklyn
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Wu declares cold emergency ahead of frigid weekend temperatures

"The current threshold for the City of Boston to declare a cold emergency is one day or more of -10°F or below observed wind chill," Wu said in a statement.
Boston
#extreme-cold
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York City

Extreme cold: Death toll rises to 16 in NYC, Mamdani said none lived in homeless encampments amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York City

Extreme cold: Death toll rises to 16 in NYC, Mamdani said none lived in homeless encampments amNewYork

Public health
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Shoveling a Snowy Sidewalk Is An Act of Resistance - Streetsblog USA

Shoveling sidewalks is a small act of mutual aid and community care that protects accessibility, safety, and serves as resistance to systemic failures.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Weather tracker: Winter storms cause death and outages across eastern north America

Severe winter storms, record snowfall, and extreme heat caused deaths, widespread power outages, and weather warnings across the US, Canada, Portugal, and Australia.
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Wacko smashes elderly man in face with shovel in random attack during NYC snowstorm

A 71-year-old man was struck in the head with a shovel during a random attack in Brooklyn amid a snowstorm; suspect remains at large.
Environment
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A look back at 19 of the biggest winter storms to hit the US in the last century

A potentially historic winter storm, Winter Storm Fern, threatens over half of US states with ice, heavy snow, blizzard conditions, and dangerous cold.
fromTime Out New York
2 months ago

Is another snowstorm headed for NYC this weekend?

Right now, forecast models are split. Some keep the storm far enough out to sea to spare New York City from snowfall but others show snow reaching coastal New Jersey and Long Island late Saturday into Sunday. A shift of just 50 to 100 miles in either direction could change everything, from rain versus snow to whether the city sees accumulation at all.
New York City
New York City
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NYC man, 81, found dead on building roof during near-record-low cold snap

An 81-year-old tenant was found dead on a Brooklyn apartment roof as officials probe whether extreme cold contributed to his death.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Council set to probe freeze response as 17th person reported dead

CITYWIDE - THE CITY COUNCIL is set to hold hearings next week into the wave of exposure deaths during the ongoing deep freeze, reports NBC 4 News , following an announcement by Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Wednesday that another person was found deceased, the 17th since the beginning of the cold weather.
New York City
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

18 Days, 20 Lives: New Yorkers Who Didn't Survive the Cold

A 47-year-old man was found dead on a supermarket bench after falling, bleeding, and remaining unattended overnight despite earlier unsteady behavior.
Environment
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Weather warning fatigue is real and experts say it's putting lives at risk - Silicon Canals

Warning fatigue causes people to ignore severe weather alerts, increasing personal and public risk.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Woman killed, husband injured by plow in MBTA parking lot

A 51-year-old woman was killed and her 47-year-old husband injured when a contracted snowplow truck reversed into them in the Norwood Central MBTA parking lot.
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