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Winter Storm Hits D.C. Area, Schools Delayed and Closed

12/16/2025

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Summary

Story summary

A winter storm is impacting the Washington, D.C. area with snow and extreme cold.
Snow began early Sunday, with several inches in Annapolis and Baltimore.
Major roads stay clear, while side streets are slick.
Washington County Public Schools announced a two-hour delay for Monday due to icy conditions, and Jefferson County Schools in West Virginia closed for the first snow day.

History

Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1888, occurring from March 11-14, paralyzed the East Coast, burying cities like New York and Washington, D.C., under over 40 inches of snow and causing approximately 400 deaths. This catastrophic storm prompted significant changes in infrastructure, including the underground placement of telegraph lines, highlighting the ongoing vulnerability of urban areas to severe winter weather.

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Story summary

A winter storm is impacting the Washington, D.C. area with snow and extreme cold.
Snow began early Sunday, with several inches in Annapolis and Baltimore.
Major roads stay clear, while side streets are slick.
Washington County Public Schools announced a two-hour delay for Monday due to icy conditions, and Jefferson County Schools in West Virginia closed for the first snow day.

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