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Winter Storm Hits Colorado, Snowfall Ends Record Warmth

12/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

A winter storm brought snow to Colorado over the weekend, ending a period of record warmth.
Denver received 1–3 inches of snow, while Steamboat Springs and Winter Park saw up to 12 inches.
The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories warning of slick roads and travel difficulties amid dropping temperatures.
Cold weather shelters were activated in Denver as residents prepared for colder conditions after the storm.

History

Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1888, occurring from March 11-14, was one of the deadliest blizzards in U.S. history, claiming over 400 lives and paralyzing cities from Chesapeake Bay to Maine. This storm followed a series of severe winter weather events, including the Schoolhouse Blizzard of January 1888, highlighting the urgent need for improved emergency preparedness in urban areas facing extreme weather.

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Story summary

A winter storm brought snow to Colorado over the weekend, ending a period of record warmth.
Denver received 1–3 inches of snow, while Steamboat Springs and Winter Park saw up to 12 inches.
The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories warning of slick roads and travel difficulties amid dropping temperatures.
Cold weather shelters were activated in Denver as residents prepared for colder conditions after the storm.

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