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Cold Front Brings Rain and Windy Thanksgiving Forecast

11/26/2025

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Thanksgiving Weather Alert

A cold front will bring rain to New York City Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning, with temperatures in the 50s.
Thanksgiving will be colder and windy, with highs in the 40s and wind chills in 30s.
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade may face winds up to 30 mph.
Rainfall could reach about 1 inch along the coast.
Friday will stay cold and windy with highs in the low 40s.

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Wisconsin Winter Storm

A winter storm will impact northern Wisconsin on November 25, with forecasts of up to 30 inches of snow.
The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings, including blizzard warnings for the northernmost regions.
Travel will be hazardous during the storm's peak, with visibility down to a quarter mile and winds up to 45 mph.
Residents should stay indoors, stock up on essentials, and avoid driving unless necessary.

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Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1888, which struck from March 11 to 14, paralyzed the northeastern United States with over 40 inches of snow, causing more than 400 deaths. This catastrophic event disrupted transportation and communication, leading to significant infrastructure changes, including the underground placement of telegraph lines. Its legacy continues to influence modern emergency response and urban planning strategies in winter weather preparedness.

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Thanksgiving Weather Alert

A cold front will bring rain to New York City Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning, with temperatures in the 50s.
Thanksgiving will be colder and windy, with highs in the 40s and wind chills in 30s.
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade may face winds up to 30 mph.
Rainfall could reach about 1 inch along the coast.
Friday will stay cold and windy with highs in the low 40s.

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