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Winter Storm Hits Milwaukee: 12 Inches of Snow, Chaos

12/1/2025

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Summary

Story summary

A winter storm dumped 6 to 12 inches of snow across Milwaukee County, with 10 inches in Racine and Kenosha on November 30, 2024.
Mitchell International Airport recorded eight inches, and Lake Michigan areas saw six to eight inches.
A winter storm warning expired on November 30, 2024, and winter advisory remains in effect until 3 p.m.
The storm caused car crashes, flight cancellations, and power outages across the region.

History

Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1888, which struck from March 11-14, was one of the most severe blizzards in U.S. history, causing over 400 deaths and paralyzing cities from Chesapeake Bay to Maine. This storm highlighted the vulnerabilities of transportation and communication systems, leading to significant infrastructure changes, including the underground placement of telegraph lines, to better prepare for future extreme weather events.

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Story summary

A winter storm dumped 6 to 12 inches of snow across Milwaukee County, with 10 inches in Racine and Kenosha on November 30, 2024.
Mitchell International Airport recorded eight inches, and Lake Michigan areas saw six to eight inches.
A winter storm warning expired on November 30, 2024, and winter advisory remains in effect until 3 p.m.
The storm caused car crashes, flight cancellations, and power outages across the region.

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