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What exactly is a blizzard? How is this California snow storm different from the last?

A blizzard warning has been issued for Lake Tahoe area with snow accumulation of up to 8 feet at higher elevations.
Blizzards are defined by strong winds and reduced visibility due to powdery snow, not necessarily heavy snowfalls or severe cold.

Weather alert: Half a metre of snow set to fall in eastern Sweden

Severe snow and windy conditions are expected in Gavleborg, prompting authorities to urge minimal travel and preparedness for potential gridlock.

What exactly is a blizzard? How is this California snow storm different from the last?

A blizzard warning has been issued for Lake Tahoe area with snow accumulation of up to 8 feet at higher elevations.
Blizzards are defined by strong winds and reduced visibility due to powdery snow, not necessarily heavy snowfalls or severe cold.

Weather alert: Half a metre of snow set to fall in eastern Sweden

Severe snow and windy conditions are expected in Gavleborg, prompting authorities to urge minimal travel and preparedness for potential gridlock.
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New York Snowstorm Threatens To Disrupt Upcoming Holiday Travel

New York City faces a drought warning while a winter storm threatens heavy snowfall in upstate regions, impacting travel plans.

Wild Week of U.S. Weather Includes Heat Wave, Tropical Storm, Snow, and More

The U.S. is experiencing extreme weather variations, including heat waves, snowstorms, and tropical storms, affecting different regions significantly.

First Major Snow of the Season Pummels Denver Region

A significant early season snowstorm is expected to impact Colorado and New Mexico, creating hazardous conditions and potential record snowfall.

Public schools to go remote, alternate side parking canceled as Brooklyn preps for Tuesday snowstorm * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn and the rest of the five boroughs are under a Winter Storm Watch for a snowstorm that is expected to bring 5-8 inches of snow and strong winds on Feb. 13.
New York City public schools will shift to remote learning on Tuesday due to the anticipated snowstorm.

More heavy rain forecast for Bay Area, feet of snow for Lake Tahoe

Heavy rain and possible thunderstorms are forecasted for the Bay Area.
The Lake Tahoe region is expected to experience a snowstorm in the coming week.

Daywatch: Bitter, dangerous cold to remain across Chicago area through Wednesday

A wind chill advisory is in place in Chicago with temperatures reaching minus 40 and wind chills reaching minus 42 degrees below zero.
The United States experienced a record-breaking 28 billion-dollar weather and climate disasters in 2023.

New York Snowstorm Threatens To Disrupt Upcoming Holiday Travel

New York City faces a drought warning while a winter storm threatens heavy snowfall in upstate regions, impacting travel plans.

Wild Week of U.S. Weather Includes Heat Wave, Tropical Storm, Snow, and More

The U.S. is experiencing extreme weather variations, including heat waves, snowstorms, and tropical storms, affecting different regions significantly.

First Major Snow of the Season Pummels Denver Region

A significant early season snowstorm is expected to impact Colorado and New Mexico, creating hazardous conditions and potential record snowfall.

Public schools to go remote, alternate side parking canceled as Brooklyn preps for Tuesday snowstorm * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn and the rest of the five boroughs are under a Winter Storm Watch for a snowstorm that is expected to bring 5-8 inches of snow and strong winds on Feb. 13.
New York City public schools will shift to remote learning on Tuesday due to the anticipated snowstorm.

More heavy rain forecast for Bay Area, feet of snow for Lake Tahoe

Heavy rain and possible thunderstorms are forecasted for the Bay Area.
The Lake Tahoe region is expected to experience a snowstorm in the coming week.

Daywatch: Bitter, dangerous cold to remain across Chicago area through Wednesday

A wind chill advisory is in place in Chicago with temperatures reaching minus 40 and wind chills reaching minus 42 degrees below zero.
The United States experienced a record-breaking 28 billion-dollar weather and climate disasters in 2023.
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#flood

At least 4 people have died and 35 are injured in a tornado that swept through Iowa

Severe tornado hit Iowa, causing deaths and injuries. More severe weather forecasted in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Montana.

Europe hit by extreme cold, storms and flooding

Extreme cold and snowstorms disrupted transportation and closed schools in Scandinavia.
Temperatures fell below minus 40 degrees Celsius in the Nordic region for a second day in a row.

At least 4 people have died and 35 are injured in a tornado that swept through Iowa

Severe tornado hit Iowa, causing deaths and injuries. More severe weather forecasted in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Montana.

Europe hit by extreme cold, storms and flooding

Extreme cold and snowstorms disrupted transportation and closed schools in Scandinavia.
Temperatures fell below minus 40 degrees Celsius in the Nordic region for a second day in a row.
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#weather-forecast

Biggest snowstorm in two years to hit Boston, Hartford and New York

The winter's biggest snowstorm is expected to hit the heavily populated stretch from New York City to Boston, bringing as much as a foot and a half of snow.
Boston could see 6 to 12 inches of heavy, wet snow, with the possibility of up to 18 inches in higher terrain areas southwest of the city.

Sierra Braces for Winter Storm, With More Than 10 Feet of Snow Expected | KQED

More than 10 feet of snow expected in Sierra Nevada over three days.
Storm bringing heavy snowfall, strong winds, and possible flooding to Northern California.

Weakening wind but more snow after massive blizzard in the Sierra Nevada

Powerful blizzard in Sierra Nevada mountains expected to bring heavy snow and rain.
Ski resorts reopening after major snowstorm but facing delayed start times and limited operations.

With blizzard pounding Tahoe area, even some ski resorts are urging people to stay away

Northern California ski resorts urge people to stay away due to dangerous blizzard conditions
Blizzard warning issued for Sierra Nevada with up to 12 feet of snow expected

Snow returns to NYC Tuesday | Flipboard

Big questions remain about the upcoming snowstorm in New York City.

Cold storm dumps snow on Southern California mountains as powerful winds die down

Santa Ana winds turned to snow in the Southland, dumping significant amounts on high peaks.
Forecasters expect up to 16 inches of snow in 7,500-foot elevations, remarkable for March.

Biggest snowstorm in two years to hit Boston, Hartford and New York

The winter's biggest snowstorm is expected to hit the heavily populated stretch from New York City to Boston, bringing as much as a foot and a half of snow.
Boston could see 6 to 12 inches of heavy, wet snow, with the possibility of up to 18 inches in higher terrain areas southwest of the city.

Sierra Braces for Winter Storm, With More Than 10 Feet of Snow Expected | KQED

More than 10 feet of snow expected in Sierra Nevada over three days.
Storm bringing heavy snowfall, strong winds, and possible flooding to Northern California.

Weakening wind but more snow after massive blizzard in the Sierra Nevada

Powerful blizzard in Sierra Nevada mountains expected to bring heavy snow and rain.
Ski resorts reopening after major snowstorm but facing delayed start times and limited operations.

With blizzard pounding Tahoe area, even some ski resorts are urging people to stay away

Northern California ski resorts urge people to stay away due to dangerous blizzard conditions
Blizzard warning issued for Sierra Nevada with up to 12 feet of snow expected

Snow returns to NYC Tuesday | Flipboard

Big questions remain about the upcoming snowstorm in New York City.

Cold storm dumps snow on Southern California mountains as powerful winds die down

Santa Ana winds turned to snow in the Southland, dumping significant amounts on high peaks.
Forecasters expect up to 16 inches of snow in 7,500-foot elevations, remarkable for March.
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#travel-safety

Monster blizzard takes aim at Tahoe, Mammoth: 'Serious life-threatening' snow, wind forecast

Up to 12 feet of snow expected in Sierra Nevada
Extremely dangerous travel conditions forecasted

Driver led astray by GPS detour ends up stranded in 2 feet of snow, Oregon cops say

Following GPS blindly can lead to dangerous situations
It is important to be prepared for unexpected weather conditions while traveling

Monster blizzard takes aim at Tahoe, Mammoth: 'Serious life-threatening' snow, wind forecast

Up to 12 feet of snow expected in Sierra Nevada
Extremely dangerous travel conditions forecasted

Driver led astray by GPS detour ends up stranded in 2 feet of snow, Oregon cops say

Following GPS blindly can lead to dangerous situations
It is important to be prepared for unexpected weather conditions while traveling
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#power-outages

More mountain snow expected even as powerful blizzard moves out of Northern California

Heavy snowfall affecting Sierra Nevada and Northern California
Challenges with road closures, power outages, and disruptions to daily life

Northern California mountains brace for more snow after blizzard blocked roads

Northern California mountains facing more snow after blizzard
Highway closures and power outages due to the storm

More mountain snow expected even as powerful blizzard moves out of Northern California

Heavy snowfall affecting Sierra Nevada and Northern California
Challenges with road closures, power outages, and disruptions to daily life

Northern California mountains brace for more snow after blizzard blocked roads

Northern California mountains facing more snow after blizzard
Highway closures and power outages due to the storm
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Photos: Blizzard hammers Sierra, closing resorts and creating travel nightmares

California authorities shut down 100 miles of Interstate 80 due to a massive snowstorm in the Sierra Nevada region.
Residents were warned to take shelter as up to 10 feet of snow was expected in some areas.

Lost hikers 'hunkered down' to spend night on frigid mountain, California rescuers say

Three hikers were rescued from Mount Baldy in California after getting lost and hunkering down overnight.
Another hiker is still missing on the mountain due to heavy snowfall and avalanche risks.

Photos: Blizzard hammers Sierra, closing resorts and creating travel nightmares

California authorities shut down 100 miles of Interstate 80 due to a massive snowstorm in the Sierra Nevada region.
Residents were warned to take shelter as up to 10 feet of snow was expected in some areas.

Lost hikers 'hunkered down' to spend night on frigid mountain, California rescuers say

Three hikers were rescued from Mount Baldy in California after getting lost and hunkering down overnight.
Another hiker is still missing on the mountain due to heavy snowfall and avalanche risks.
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#remote-learning

NYC remote learning plagued by tech issues as winter storm hits: 'Just let kids have a snow day'

Remote learning for NYC public schools faced technical glitches on the first day of virtual classes during a snowstorm.
Many students and teachers experienced difficulty accessing the Department of Education's learning systems and essential services.

New York City Public Schools Will Hold Remote Classes Because of Snow

New York City public schools will switch to remote learning on Tuesday due to an expected snowstorm.
This will be the first time the school system has experimented with a remote snow day since fully reopening during the pandemic.

Brooklyn brr-eaks the ice: Winter storm unleashes borough's biggest snow storm in 2 years * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn experienced heavy snowfall on Tuesday, the biggest in two years.
The city's public schools had technical difficulties with their remote learning system during the storm.

Why doesn't N.J. let kids take remote classes on snow days like NYC schools?

New York City public schools offered remote learning during a snowstorm, while New Jersey schools did not have this option.
New Jersey state law prevents schools from switching to remote learning on snow days.

Snowstorm Recap: UWS Photos; Total Inches Fail to Reach Forecast; Remote Learning Lags; Central Park Giant Snowman

The snowstorm on Tuesday in New York City was significant, but did not meet the forecasted snowfall of five to eight inches.
There were issues with remote learning due to a glitch with Google Classroom, causing difficulties for teachers and students.

NYC remote learning plagued by tech issues as winter storm hits: 'Just let kids have a snow day'

Remote learning for NYC public schools faced technical glitches on the first day of virtual classes during a snowstorm.
Many students and teachers experienced difficulty accessing the Department of Education's learning systems and essential services.

New York City Public Schools Will Hold Remote Classes Because of Snow

New York City public schools will switch to remote learning on Tuesday due to an expected snowstorm.
This will be the first time the school system has experimented with a remote snow day since fully reopening during the pandemic.

Brooklyn brr-eaks the ice: Winter storm unleashes borough's biggest snow storm in 2 years * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn experienced heavy snowfall on Tuesday, the biggest in two years.
The city's public schools had technical difficulties with their remote learning system during the storm.

Why doesn't N.J. let kids take remote classes on snow days like NYC schools?

New York City public schools offered remote learning during a snowstorm, while New Jersey schools did not have this option.
New Jersey state law prevents schools from switching to remote learning on snow days.

Snowstorm Recap: UWS Photos; Total Inches Fail to Reach Forecast; Remote Learning Lags; Central Park Giant Snowman

The snowstorm on Tuesday in New York City was significant, but did not meet the forecasted snowfall of five to eight inches.
There were issues with remote learning due to a glitch with Google Classroom, causing difficulties for teachers and students.
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Winter storm hits Northeast, causing difficult driving, closed schools and canceled flights

Snowstorm disrupts transportation and education in the Northeast
Online learning system experiences technical problems
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A Slushy, Snowy, Icy Mix

A nor'easter disrupted daily life in the Northeast, causing school and work commutes to be disrupted and resulting in rain, slush, and snow.
New York City was expecting up to 8 inches of snow, and small children and dogs enjoyed the weather while delivery workers faced challenges

Second round of snow to dump up to 5 inches in NYC amid frigid weekend temps

New York City could see up to five inches of snow this weekend as a storm heads northeast.
Temperatures will be below freezing, potentially disrupting commutes.

NYC preps for heavy snowfall | Flipboard

New York City is preparing for a powerful snowstorm that could bring up to a foot of snow.
The storm is expected to impact the tri-state area.

A Slushy, Snowy, Icy Mix

A nor'easter disrupted daily life in the Northeast, causing school and work commutes to be disrupted and resulting in rain, slush, and snow.
New York City was expecting up to 8 inches of snow, and small children and dogs enjoyed the weather while delivery workers faced challenges

Second round of snow to dump up to 5 inches in NYC amid frigid weekend temps

New York City could see up to five inches of snow this weekend as a storm heads northeast.
Temperatures will be below freezing, potentially disrupting commutes.

NYC preps for heavy snowfall | Flipboard

New York City is preparing for a powerful snowstorm that could bring up to a foot of snow.
The storm is expected to impact the tri-state area.
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Mayor Adams suspends migrant evictions during snowstorm

Mayor Eric Adams paused a controversial rule that forces migrants to re-apply for a shelter spot after 30 or 60 days
The pause in evictions was announced due to a nor'easter snowstorm hitting the city
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Critical House Election in New York May Be Shaped by a New Issue: Snow

The special House election in New York may be affected by an ill-timed snowstorm.
The race is expected to be close and both parties are adapting their campaign plans due to the weather conditions.

Hochul issues severe weather warning for parts of New York; NYC in potential path of snowstorm

New Yorkers in parts of the state should prepare for heavy snow, gusty winds, and coastal flooding.
Snowstorm expected to impact Mid-Hudson, Capital, and Southern Tier regions on Monday night into Tuesday morning.

Critical House Election in New York May Be Shaped by a New Issue: Snow

The special House election in New York may be affected by an ill-timed snowstorm.
The race is expected to be close and both parties are adapting their campaign plans due to the weather conditions.

Hochul issues severe weather warning for parts of New York; NYC in potential path of snowstorm

New Yorkers in parts of the state should prepare for heavy snow, gusty winds, and coastal flooding.
Snowstorm expected to impact Mid-Hudson, Capital, and Southern Tier regions on Monday night into Tuesday morning.
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Nor'easter expected to bring up to a foot of snow to New England
Boston public schools closed and snow emergency declared
Winter storm warnings in effect for southern New England

Wu declares snow emergency, closes Boston schools

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced that the city's public schools will be closed Tuesday and urged all residents to stay at home.
A snow emergency was declared and parking bans will be in effect on major roadways and arteries throughout the city.

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Nor'easter expected to bring up to a foot of snow to New England
Boston public schools closed and snow emergency declared
Winter storm warnings in effect for southern New England

Wu declares snow emergency, closes Boston schools

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced that the city's public schools will be closed Tuesday and urged all residents to stay at home.
A snow emergency was declared and parking bans will be in effect on major roadways and arteries throughout the city.
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Bald eagle dad sees third egg for the first time in CA nest, video shows. 'So proud'

Bald eagle dad Shadow finally gets his turn to tend to the eggs in a snow-covered nest in California.
Jackie laid her third egg before 6 p.m. on Feb. 1, despite the snowstorm.

Quinn laments Sharks' effort in heartbreaking loss to Senators

The Sharks will have extra time to think about their loss due to a snowstorm grounding them in Canada.
Despite the controversy around the winning goal, the story post-game was the Sharks' lackluster performance.

Naperville receives at least 5.5 inches so far with winter storm warning in effect through Saturday

A significant storm hit Naperville, Illinois, with at least 5.5 inches of snowfall.
Schools, city facilities, and libraries closed due to the weather conditions.

Watch live: Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addresses snowstorm

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is holding a news briefing about Friday's snowstorm.
The press conference will begin at 10:45 a.m.

'Confused' wrong-way driver 'did not know where he was' as he cruised into oncoming traffic in viral video

An elderly man drove the wrong way on a busy Massachusetts highway, narrowly avoiding crashes in a snowstorm.
The man claimed he did not know where he was and was extremely confused, likely due to an underlying health condition.

Afternoon Briefing: Attorneys debate trial date for alleged Highland Park parade shooter

Chicago could see more snow tonight and another heavy system on Friday.
Temperatures on Friday will be near or above freezing, limiting snow accumulation.

Split Screen in Iowa: Haley-DeSantis Debate vs. Trump Town Hall

The 2024 campaigns in Iowa were affected by a snowstorm and many events were called off.
Former President Donald J. Trump appeared in court and argued for immunity from criminal prosecution.

The weather was perfectly on brand for the Hershey Bears' 'Halfway to Summer' Night

The Hershey Bears celebrated their Halfway to Summer game despite a snowstorm in Central Pennsylvania.
The team gave away Hawaiian shirts to the first 5,000 fans in attendance.
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