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16 Jan 09 - Here are a few of the record snowfall stories from
the past few of days found simply by doing a search on Yahoo for "Record
Snow." - Bismarck, Chicago, Dickinson, Oshkosh, Rockford, Seattle,
Spokane, Portland, Wasau, Chilliwack, Coeur d'Alene, to name a few.
Numbers Show Record Snowfall | Video
KFYR-TV Bismarck Wed, 14 Jan 2009
We don`t need measurements to tell us we have received record
breaking snowfall this winter. In fact, just drive down the street
or talk with any longtime Minot resident. But if you want to solid
numbers, the measurements are surprising.
Record snowfall, plunging temperatures hit the area
Westchester Suburban Life - Jan 15
A new record was set Wednesday when Chicago had its ninth
consecutive day of measurable snowfall, according to the National
Weather Service.
Snow done for now, but cold remains
The Bismarck Tribune - Jan 15
After a record snowfall Tuesday, the skies cleared up and the sun
came out in Bismarck. From the window, it looked like a pretty pleasant
day on Wednesday.
Numbers Show Record Snowfall
KQCD-TV Dickinson - Jan 14
We don`t need measurements to tell us we have received record
breaking snowfall this winter. In fact, just drive down the street
or talk with any longtime Minot resident. But if you want to solid
numbers, the measurements are surprising.
City looking at beet juice as salt supply gets low
The Oshkosh Northwestern - Jan 15
City staff is looking at ways to address future snow and ice removal
needs in the face of a salt shortage and record snowfall so far
this winter.
Rockford 10.1 inches ahead of record snowfall pace
Rockford Register Star - Jan 14
According to the National Weather Service, snowfall in Rockford this
season is on track to surpass records set in 1979, 2008 and 1943. As of
Jan. 12, Rockford has received 43.3 inches of snow. On Jan. 12, 1979,
the Rockford area had a total seasonal snowfall of 33.2 inches.
Snow Forces Arrowhead Center to Close
KQCD-TV Dickinson - Jan 14
Ok snow, we`ve had enough. First the roads are tough to navigate, and
now local business are being forced to close because of build up on
roofs. On January 14th the arrowhead shopping center joined Walmart as
victims of record snowfall.
Record snowfall leads to cancellation of Dog-Gone Snow Stomps events
Wausau Daily Herald – Jan 08
December's record snowfall has derailed an event for dogs that
was set for January and February.
Blizzard, cold hit upper Plains
Albany Times Union - Jan 13
Temperatures are expected to fall as low as 30 below zero BISMARCK, N.D.
A fast-moving blizzard brought snow and high winds to North Dakota on
Monday, closing schools and causing more headaches for residents still
trying to dig out from a record snowfall last month. And,
forecasters said a blast of cold air was on the way that could send the
thermometer as low as 30 below zero.
Artificial feeding not ideal to help wildlife
Issaquah Press - Jan 12
Despite record snowfall in some parts of the state, Washington
Department of Fish and Wildlife biologists say most deer, elk and other
wildlife can survive the winter without food provided by humans. “We
know the sight of hungry-looking deer in deep snow can be distressing,”
said Dave Brittell, department assistant director for wildlife
management.
Americans suffer record cold as temperatures plunge to -40C
Daily Mail - Jan 15
Americans were today shivering as bitter arctic winds caused
temperatures to plunge to record-breaking levels in many parts of
the vast country.
Chilliwack cleans up as flooding recedes
The Globe and Mail - Jan 11
Combination of record snowfall and torrential rain was a
‘once-in-100-years' event for small B.C. city, official says
Moose sightings increase after record snowfall
Coeur d'Alene Press - Jan 11
COEUR d'ALENE -- Moose sightings in several parts of the city startled
some residents Saturday. Pairs and individuals were spotted near Fourth
Street and Government Way, and in the middle of Interstate 90.
See more news stories that match my keyword (Record snowfall)
Thanks to Clay Olson for these links
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