Tag Archives: Snow and Snowstorms

The New York Times 1:32 pm on March 24, 2023
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Could This Be New York City’s Least Snowy Winter in Recorded History?

Just two inches so far, and a tie for the second-mildest winter.

#archives-and-records, #global-warming, #skiing, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather, #winter-season

The New York Times 3:25 pm on March 22, 2023
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Scenes From Recent Atmospheric Rivers in California

A relentless stretch of winter storms has flooded communities, trapped residents in snow, caused mudslides and shut down major roadways.

#california, #floods, #rain, #snow-and-snowstorms, #vis-photo

The New York Times 1:52 am on March 20, 2023
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Separate Colorado Avalanches Kill Two People

A skier was caught in an avalanche in the Maroon Bowl area of Highland Peak, near Aspen, on Sunday, two days after a man was buried in snow debris near Marble, officials said.

#alpine-skiing, #aspen-highlands, #avalanches, #colorado, #colorado-avalanche-information-center, #deaths-fatalities, #gunnison-county-colorado, #pitkin-county-colorado, #rescues, #shute-joel, #snow-and-snowstorms

The New York Times 10:16 pm on March 15, 2023
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Snowstorm in Southern California Separated One Man From His Dying Wife

Robert Rice had been through war and was used to handling his own problems. Then an intense snowstorm in Southern California threatened to keep him from seeing his wife in her final days.

#ann-rice, #california, #robert-rice, #running-springs-calif, #san-bernardino-county-calif, #san-bernardino-mountains-calif, #snow-and-snowstorms

The New York Times 9:49 pm on March 14, 2023
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Strong Winds and Flooding Feared in California as Storm Pummels State

Another in a series of “atmospheric river” storms swept much of the state on Tuesday with strong winds, heavy rain at lower elevations and snow in the mountains, worsening flood risks.

#california, #evacuations-and-evacuees, #floods, #landslides-and-mudslides, #levees-and-dams, #plumas-county-calif, #power-failures-and-blackouts, #rain, #roads-and-traffic, #san-francisco-bay-area-calif, #san-luis-obispo-calif, #santa-barbara-calif, #santa-cruz-county-calif, #shutdowns-institutional, #sierra-nevada-region-us, #snow-and-snowstorms, #wind

The New York Times 8:14 pm on March 13, 2023
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California Braces for Another ‘Significant’ Atmospheric River

More widespread heavy rain is on the way, only a few days after an earlier atmospheric river ended and some of its flooding began to recede.

#california, #evacuations-and-evacuees, #rain, #rivers, #salinas-calif, #san-francisco-bay-area-calif, #sierra-nevada-region-us, #snow-and-snowstorms, #us-route-101-calif

The New York Times 7:20 pm on March 13, 2023
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Weather Updates: Northeast Braces for Wind, Wet Snow, Power Failures

A nor’easter could unleash more than a foot of dense snow on at least seven states, from Pennsylvania to Maine, officials said. New York City may be spared the worst.

#disasters-and-emergencies, #eversource-energy, #massachusetts, #mid-atlantic-states-us, #new-york-state, #northeastern-states-us, #power-failures-and-blackouts, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather, #wind

The New York Times 5:32 pm on March 12, 2023
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A Nor’easter Is Expected to Bring Heavy Snow Starting Monday Night

The storm could produce snowfall rates of up to two inches an hour, with areas of higher elevation getting accumulations of more than a foot, forecasters said.

#floods, #northeastern-states-us, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather, #wind

The New York Times 12:45 am on March 11, 2023
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In the San Bernardino Mountains, Coping With Mountains of Snow

A devastating winter storm in Southern California strands families in their homes, collapses roofs, and leaves behind widespread fears of more deaths not yet discovered.

#california, #crestline-calif, #lake-arrowhead-calif, #national-guard, #newsom-gavin, #rescues, #san-bernardino-mountains-calif, #snow-and-snowstorms

The New York Times 2:11 am on March 10, 2023
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Residents Fret Over Deaths in San Bernardino Mountains During Snow

Relatives and neighbors described the heartbreaking end for those who died during heavy snowstorms northeast of Los Angeles.

#california, #deaths-fatalities, #lake-arrowhead-calif, #san-bernardino-county-calif, #snow-and-snowstorms

The New York Times 12:27 am on March 10, 2023
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Residents in Lake Tahoe Region Race to Clear Snow Before California Storm

The one-two punch of heavy snow and rain poses a unique threat in an area beleaguered by precipitation.

#california, #floods, #lake-tahoe-nev, #roofs, #snow-and-snowstorms, #south-lake-tahoe-calif, #truckee-calif

The New York Times 10:40 pm on March 9, 2023
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Atmospheric River Threatens California With Floods Amid Snow and Heavy Rain

Officials warned of inundated streets and overflowing rivers. Strong winds could also knock down trees and power lines.

#avalanches, #california, #floods, #fresno-county-calif, #landslides-and-mudslides, #rain, #rivers, #san-bernardino-county-calif, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather, #wind

The New York Times 2:20 am on March 9, 2023
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4 Found Dead in San Bernardino Mountains After California Snow Storm

Piles of snow from a relentless winter storm have trapped some residents in the San Bernardino Mountains for two weeks.

#california, #deaths-fatalities, #san-bernardino-county-calif, #snow-and-snowstorms

The New York Times 10:17 pm on March 8, 2023
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Atmospheric Rivers Expected to Blanket California With Heavy Rain and Snow

Two consecutive atmospheric rivers were expected to bring the threat of flooding to parts of the state, along with heavy snowfall at higher elevations.

#avalanches, #california, #disasters-and-emergencies, #floods, #los-angeles-calif, #los-angeles-county-calif, #rain, #reservoirs, #rivers, #roofs, #sacramento-calif, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather

The New York Times 2:51 am on March 4, 2023
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In Southern California, Snow Has Trapped People for Days

A week of intense snowfall in the San Bernardino Mountains has left residents and tourists rationing food and pleading for help.

#california, #disasters-and-emergencies, #lake-arrowhead-calif, #san-bernardino-county-calif, #snow-and-snowstorms

The New York Times 1:29 am on March 4, 2023
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Record Snowfall in California Leaves Many Stranded

Back-to-back storms left many people stuck as snow piled high. More is still in the forecast.

#california, #cold-and-cold-spells, #los-angeles-calif, #los-angeles-county-sheriffs-department, #national-parks-monuments-and-seashores, #rain, #roads-and-traffic, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather

The New York Times 8:12 am on March 2, 2023
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Yosemite National Park Closed Amid Record-Setting Snow

The accumulation has prompted the closing of Yosemite National Park. As crews worked to restore vital services, officials have not yet set a date for it to reopen.

#california, #cold-and-cold-spells, #muir-john, #national-park-service, #national-parks-monuments-and-seashores, #sierra-nevada-region-us, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather, #yosemite-national-park-calif

The New York Times 7:52 am on February 28, 2023
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With Snowfall, Winter Makes a Belated Appearance in New York

A storm began to bear down across the Northeast on Monday evening, with forecasters predicting up to seven inches of snow in some parts.

#connecticut, #hudson-river-valley-ny, #new-jersey, #new-york-city, #northeastern-states-us, #pennsylvania, #rain, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather, #winter-season

The New York Times 1:30 am on February 27, 2023
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Snow and Sleet Are Coming to the Northeast After a Winter Lull

More than six inches of snow are possible in interior parts of the Northeast starting on Monday night, with lower totals around New York City and coastal areas, forecasters said.

#adirondack-mountains-ny, #berkshires-mass, #connecticut, #hudson-river, #long-island-ny, #new-jersey, #new-york-city, #new-york-state, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather, #winter-season

The New York Times 10:00 am on February 25, 2023
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Where’s the Snow? Snowboarding Brands Are Trying to Find Out for Themselves.

Brands are changing their strategies and entering policy debates, as climate change continues to upend the snowfall calendar.

#burton-snowboards, #fashion-and-apparel, #global-warming, #luxury-goods-and-services, #skiing, #snow-and-snowstorms, #snowboarding, #sustainable-living

The New York Times 2:29 am on February 25, 2023
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California Finds Joy in Storm That Brings Snow, Graupel and Hail

A cold storm has created winter wonderlands in unusual California spots that almost never see snow.

#california, #los-angeles-calif, #los-gatos-calif, #sierra-nevada-region-us, #snow-and-snowstorms

The New York Times 8:50 pm on February 24, 2023
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Photos: Rare Snow in California Covers Roads and Dusts the Hollywood Sign

Whiteout conditions shuttered roads in the mountains, while a dusting of snow on beaches brought residents out to marvel.

#beaches, #california, #calistoga-calif, #floods, #forests-and-forestry, #los-angeles-calif, #roads-and-traffic, #san-bernardino-calif, #san-mateo-county-calif, #santa-cruz-calif, #snow-and-snowstorms, #venice-beach-calif, #weather

The New York Times 12:43 pm on February 24, 2023
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Track the California Blizzard With These Maps

A rare snowstorm could bring several feet of snow to mountains near Los Angeles.

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The New York Times 11:35 am on February 24, 2023
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Winter Storm Sweeps Over Southern California After Battering Oregon

A rare blizzard warning will be in effect for parts of California on Friday. “It’s not a weekend for the beach,” one Los Angeles County official said.

#california, #oregon, #power-failures-and-blackouts, #roads-and-traffic, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather

The New York Times 1:38 pm on February 23, 2023
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California Braces for Rare Blizzard Conditions

Officials have warned residents to prepare for dangerous weather through the weekend.

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The New York Times 11:16 am on February 23, 2023
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Snow Knocks Out Power in the Midwest, as Los Angeles County Braces for a Blizzard

Most of the power outages were reported in Michigan, where ice is the main concern. In Southern California, officials have asked residents to prepare for dangerous weather.

#california, #michigan, #minnesota, #national-weather-service, #northeastern-states-us, #power-failures-and-blackouts, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather

The New York Times 2:50 pm on February 22, 2023
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Winter Storm Brings Heavy Snow to States From California to the Upper Midwest

Nearly all of the United States is experiencing some form of notable weather this week — ice, snow or unseasonably warm temperatures.

#california, #midwestern-states-us, #national-weather-service, #northeastern-states-us, #power-failures-and-blackouts, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather, #winter-season

The New York Times 10:52 am on February 21, 2023
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Millions Across U.S. Brace for Coast-to-Coast Winter Storm

The storm is expected to interrupt travel plans across the country and possibly bring down power lines, forecasters said.

#cold-and-cold-spells, #great-lakes, #midwestern-states-us, #national-weather-service, #new-england-states-us, #northeastern-states-us, #rocky-mountains, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather, #winter-season

The New York Times 10:00 am on February 21, 2023
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New York’s Record Warm Winter: Good for Sunbathing, Bad for Ski Slopes

A wildly erratic season has been a blessing for haters of mittens and blizzards, but a potential disaster for businesses that rely on snow and ice.

#adirondack-mountains-ny, #catskills-nys-area, #central-park-manhattan-ny, #hunter-mountain-ny, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather

The New York Times 9:00 pm on February 8, 2023
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What the Winter Storms in California Mean for Travel

Ski resorts and wineries may ultimately benefit, but in many areas, impassable stretches of highway and major wind and water damage will take weeks or months to repair.

#california, #floods, #roads-and-traffic, #santa-cruz-county-calif, #sierra-nevada-region-us, #skiing, #snow-and-snowstorms, #travel-and-vacations, #weather, #wines

The New York Times 10:00 am on January 29, 2023
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No Snow in NYC Feels Nice — But Also A Little Unsettling

New York City is set to break its record for latest-ever “first measurable snow” of the winter and is also approaching its longest stretch without snow.

#global-warming, #morningside-heights-manhattan-ny, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather, #winter-season

The New York Times 1:32 pm on January 27, 2023
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Polar Vortex Drives a Cold Snap in Asia

An exceptionally cold January has brought the region misery and snarled travel. Experts blame the same arctic system that hit the United States last month.

#afghanistan, #china, #cold-and-cold-spells, #global-warming, #harbin-china, #japan, #lunar-new-year, #snow-and-snowstorms, #south-korea, #weather

The New York Times 11:49 pm on January 23, 2023
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Why Hasn’t It Snowed Yet in New York City?

If there is still no measurable snowfall by Sunday, it would be the longest stretch of winter without snow since 1973.

#cold-and-cold-spells, #national-weather-service, #new-york-city, #rain, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather

The New York Times 10:00 am on January 19, 2023
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How Do California’s Storms Weigh In Compared With History’s Big Ones?

Rain and snowfall this season are above average, but the state has seen some wild weather in past years.

#atmospheric-rivers, #california, #floods, #global-warming, #greenhouse-gas-emissions, #rain, #reservoirs, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather

The New York Times 9:44 pm on January 15, 2023
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In Swiss Alps, Some Wonder What a Future Without Snow May Mean

An unusually warm winter has forced a rethink about climate change in areas with lower peaks as ski resorts and sporting events face an uncertain future.

#alpine-skiing, #alps-mountains, #europe, #glaciers, #global-warming, #gstaad-switzerland, #skiing, #snow-and-snowstorms, #switzerland, #travel-and-vacations, #weather

The New York Times 11:34 pm on January 14, 2023
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Whiteouts, Landslides and Floods Cut Off California Roads

The latest storms produced treacherous driving conditions across the state.

#california, #floods, #landslides-and-mudslides, #nevada, #rain, #roads-and-traffic, #sacramento-calif, #san-francisco-calif, #santa-cruz-calif, #sierra-nevada-region-us, #snow-and-snowstorms, #traffic-accidents-and-safety, #transportation-department-calif

The New York Times 10:00 am on January 9, 2023
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Buffalo’s Unrelenting Tragedy: ‘We Haven’t Really Got a Chance to Heal’

As western New York prepares to bury more than 40 victims of a catastrophic storm, Black residents are reeling from a year of grief.

#black-people, #brown-byron-w, #buffalo-ny, #erie-county-ny, #funerals-and-memorials, #mass-shootings, #snow-and-snowstorms, #walton-india-b

The New York Times 11:05 am on January 5, 2023
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California Storm: State Braces for Flooding Amid Heavy Rains

A powerful winter storm moving across the state was bringing heavy rain, wind and snow early Thursday.

#california, #floods, #power-failures-and-blackouts, #rain, #san-francisco-calif, #sierra-nevada-region-us, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather

The New York Times 7:24 pm on January 4, 2023
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Powerful Storm Threatens California With More Flooding: Weather Updates

After several damaging storms swept through the state in recent weeks, residents face another deluge.

#california, #floods, #landslides-and-mudslides, #national-weather-service, #rain, #rivers, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather

The New York Times 10:00 am on January 4, 2023
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California Braces for Yet More Rain

Emergency responders and residents have endured several powerful storms in recent weeks. Wednesday brings another.

#california, #floods, #landslides-and-mudslides, #national-weather-service, #rain, #rivers, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather

The New York Times 7:46 pm on January 3, 2023
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Damar Hamlin’s Collapse Tests Buffalo Again: ‘Karma Owes Us’

In a wrenching year for the city, the Bills offered a beloved distraction, until the horrifying collapse of their 24-year-old safety on Monday night.

#buffalo-ny, #buffalo-bills, #coronavirus-2019-ncov, #football, #hamlin-damar-1998, #mass-shootings, #snow-and-snowstorms, #tops-friendly-markets

The New York Times 10:00 am on January 3, 2023
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Ice Storms, Heavy Snowfall, Tornadoes Threaten Midwest and South

A “multi-hazard” storm that already wrought havoc on the West Coast turned into a large winter storm system as it moved across the country.

#midwestern-states-us, #minnesota, #rain, #snow-and-snowstorms, #southern-states-us, #texas, #tornadoes, #weather, #winter-season

The New York Times 11:54 pm on December 29, 2022
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How the Buffalo Blizzard Became So Deadly

The storm raged for days, dumping four feet of snow and packing winds as high as 70 miles per hour, an unusually catastrophic combination.

#brown-byron-w, #buffalo-ny, #deaths-fatalities, #erie-county-ny, #hochul-kathleen-c, #poloncarz-mark, #snow-and-snowstorms

The New York Times 10:34 am on December 29, 2022
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More Mass Cancellations as Southwest Struggles to Untangle Travel Meltdown

The airline canceled more than half its flights on Thursday, nearly a week after a winter storm disrupted holiday travel across the United States.

#airlines-and-airplanes, #airports, #delays-transportation, #snow-and-snowstorms, #southwest-airlines-company

The New York Times 1:25 am on December 29, 2022
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In Blizzard-Weary Buffalo, a Top Official Lashes Out

As the death toll grew and public criticism mounted, the Erie County executive criticized the Buffalo mayor, and the mayor suggested stress led to the outburst.

#brown-byron-w, #buffalo-ny, #deaths-fatalities, #erie-county-ny, #mark-poloncarz, #national-guard, #snow-and-snowstorms

The New York Times 11:32 pm on December 28, 2022
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Why Did Southwest Cancel Thousands Of Flights? Here’s What Happened.

While carriers like Delta, American Airlines and United bounced back after severe winter weather wreaked havoc on holiday travel, the low-cost carrier canceled thousands of flights. Here’s why.

#airlines-and-airplanes, #airports, #customer-relations, #delays-transportation, #pilots, #snow-and-snowstorms, #southwest-airlines-company, #southwest-airlines-pilots-assn, #travel-and-vacations, #weather

The New York Times 7:40 pm on December 28, 2022
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Unraveling Climate Change’s Link to Extreme Winter Storms

The deadly freeze that swept the United States was extraordinary, but while scientists know that global warming can intensify extreme weather, the effects on winter storms are tricky to untangle.

#buffalo-ny, #cold-and-cold-spells, #global-warming, #greenhouse-gas-emissions, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather, #winter-season

The New York Times 6:38 pm on December 28, 2022
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New York Winter Storm: What We Know About the Victims

More than 30 people in western New York are known to have died in the storm, but officials expect the death toll to rise.

#buffalo-ny, #deaths-fatalities, #lockport-ny, #snow-and-snowstorms

The New York Times 10:38 am on December 28, 2022
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Southwest’s Canceled Flights Draw Federal Scrutiny

The airline canceled another 2,500 flights on Wednesday and said it would be days before normal service resumes.

#airlines-and-airplanes, #airports, #aviation-accidents-safety-and-disasters, #buttigieg-pete-1982, #delays-transportation, #snow-and-snowstorms, #southwest-airlines-company, #transportation-department-us, #weather

The New York Times 4:43 am on December 28, 2022
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‘Atmospheric River’ Begins to Pound Western U.S. With Rain and Snow

As the Eastern United States starts to recover from a deadly weekend, the West is dealing with a fast-moving storm system that could bring flooding and mudslides, forecasters say.

#california, #eureka-calif, #floods, #pacific-northwestern-states-us, #power-failures-and-blackouts, #rain, #san-francisco-bay-area-calif, #snow-and-snowstorms, #weather, #western-states-us, #wind