The deadly freeze that swept the United States was extraordinary, but while scientists know that global warming can intensify extreme weather, the effects on winter storms are tricky to untangle.
Tag: Snow and Snowstorms
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New York Winter Storm: What We Know About the Victims
More than 30 people in western New York are known to have died in the storm, but officials expect the death toll to rise.
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Southwest’s Canceled Flights Draw Federal Scrutiny
The airline canceled another 2,500 flights on Wednesday and said it would be days before normal service resumes.
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‘Atmospheric River’ Begins to Pound Western U.S. With Rain and Snow
As the Eastern United States starts to recover from a deadly weekend, the West is dealing with a fast-moving storm system that could bring flooding and mudslides, forecasters say.
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Southwest and Other Airlines Cancel Thousands of Flights Across the US
The company canceled more than 60 percent of its flights on Tuesday and Wednesday, leaving many travelers stranded.