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Winter Storm Hits Minnesota: Schools Closed, Roads Hazardous

12/10/2025

Summary

Story summary

A winter storm on December 9–10, 2025 caused school closures and hazardous roads across Minnesota.
Snow began in the Twin Cities Tuesday afternoon, with up to 8 inches in some areas.
St. Cloud and Brainerd school districts announced early dismissals to protect students.
By Wednesday morning, schools remained closed or delayed, and Minnesota Department of Transportation reported slick roads and crashes, prompting no travel advisories in certain regions.

History

Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1888, occurring from March 11-14, paralyzed the northeastern United States, causing over 400 deaths and snowdrifts up to 50 feet. This catastrophic storm led to significant infrastructure changes, including the underground placement of telegraph lines and the eventual development of subway systems in New York and Boston, highlighting the need for improved emergency preparedness against severe winter weather.

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Story summary

A winter storm on December 9–10, 2025 caused school closures and hazardous roads across Minnesota.
Snow began in the Twin Cities Tuesday afternoon, with up to 8 inches in some areas.
St. Cloud and Brainerd school districts announced early dismissals to protect students.
By Wednesday morning, schools remained closed or delayed, and Minnesota Department of Transportation reported slick roads and crashes, prompting no travel advisories in certain regions.

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