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Severe Winter Storms Blanket Midwest, Record Lows Ahead

11/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

An Arctic air mass drives severe winter weather, with Chicago’s lake-effect snow.
Snowfall rates exceed three inches per hour, with accumulations over a foot.
The cold snap will reach the East Coast, 10–20 degrees below normal.
Record lows are expected in the Southeast, including Jacksonville, Florida, at 30 degrees.
Winter storm warnings are in effect for several states.

History

Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1888, occurring from March 11 to 14, resulted in over 400 deaths and paralyzed the Eastern United States, with snowdrifts reaching 50 feet. This storm followed a series of severe blizzards from 1885 to 1888, influenced by the 1883 Krakatoa eruption, which disrupted weather patterns. The blizzard's impact led to significant infrastructure changes, including the development of underground rail systems.

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Story summary

An Arctic air mass drives severe winter weather, with Chicago’s lake-effect snow.
Snowfall rates exceed three inches per hour, with accumulations over a foot.
The cold snap will reach the East Coast, 10–20 degrees below normal.
Record lows are expected in the Southeast, including Jacksonville, Florida, at 30 degrees.
Winter storm warnings are in effect for several states.

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