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New England Warms Up After Winter Storms Hit

1/8/2026

Summary

Story summary

New England is warming after a cold start to January, with highs in the 50s by the weekend.
A series of winter storms brought snow and freezing rain to parts of New Hampshire and Vermont.
Snow accumulations ranged from 1 to 3 inches, with some areas seeing up to 6 inches.
As temperatures rise, snowmelt could yield about half an inch of water and icy patches overnight.

History

Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1888, which struck from March 11 to 14, resulted in over 400 deaths and paralyzed the northeastern United States with up to 50 inches of snow. This catastrophic storm prompted significant changes in infrastructure, including the underground placement of telegraph and transportation lines. Today's warming trend in New England starkly contrasts with the extreme winter conditions of the past, raising concerns about future weather patterns.

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Story summary

New England is warming after a cold start to January, with highs in the 50s by the weekend.
A series of winter storms brought snow and freezing rain to parts of New Hampshire and Vermont.
Snow accumulations ranged from 1 to 3 inches, with some areas seeing up to 6 inches.
As temperatures rise, snowmelt could yield about half an inch of water and icy patches overnight.

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