Blizzards

Key Northern California highway closed as snow continues to fall in the blizzard-hit Sierra Nevada

A major highway is closed again as the effects of a powerful blizzard continue to cause problems across the Sierra Nevada, and forecasters warned more heavy snow is on the way for Northern California.

Blizzard warning, avalanche watch as storm packing up to 10 feet of snow moves into Sierra Nevada

Ice storms and blizzards pummel the central US a day after Christmas

Volunteers in mountain towns dig out snow-stuck Californians

Californians still digging out from severe snowfall

Major snowstorm pummels parts of Colorado

Major snowstorm pummels parts of Colorado

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Major snowstorm pummels parts of Colorado

Some skiers head for slopes after California blizzard

Powerful blizzard hits California and Nevada

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Canadian woman dies after being caught in a sudden snowstorm in Italy’s Dolomite mountains

A 56-year-old Canadian woman died after being caught in a sudden snowstorm in Italy’s Dolomite mountains and her companion is being treated for severe hypothermia.

Sabres, Bills send support to city devastated by blizzard

Sports took a backseat in Buffalo this week after the deadliest winter storm in decades devastated and paralyzed much of western New York.

Death toll climbs as blizzard-battered Buffalo area digs out

Roads have reopened in storm-besieged Buffalo as authorities continue searching for people who may have died or remain stranded after last week’s blizzard.

National Guard checks homes in Buffalo for blizzard victims

The National Guard is going door to door in parts of Buffalo and its suburbs to check on people who lost power during western New York’s deadliest winter storm in decades.

EXPLAINER: How blizzard stunned even winter-wise Buffalo

The death toll from the blizzard that hit the Buffalo area over the weekend has grown to nearly 40. Homes are only beginning to warm after days without heat, and drivers are still claiming cars they had to abandon.

Western NY death toll rises to 28 from cold, storm chaos

The death toll from a pre-Christmas blizzard that paralyzed the Buffalo area and much of the country has risen to 28 in western New York, authorities said Monday as the region dug out from one of the worst weather-related disasters in its history.

Winter-like blast heading for North Dakota, warning posted

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A blizzard warning has been posted from much of central North Dakota where the first blast of significant snow could dump up to 18 inches (45 centimeters) in some areas Thursday.

Review: A hunting trip turns deadly when a blizzard strikes

“Outside” by Ragnar Jonasson (Minotaur)

It’s reunion week in Iceland for Daniel, Armann, Gunnlaugur, and Helena, who were tight in college and like to get together every year or so to drink heavily and catch up.

April blizzards drive down North Dakota oil production

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — State officials say a pair of blizzards that smacked North Dakota in April caused a dramatic reduction in oil production.

Power slowly coming back for North Dakotans after blizzard

FARGO, N.D. (AP) — A North Dakota utility said Thursday that it has restored power to more than half of the 19,000 households knocked offline by a devastating weekend blizzard

Burgum seeking federal help to deal with damaging storms

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Gov. Doug Burgum plans to ask for federal help in dealing with damaging floods and a severe winter storm that left thousands without electricity.

Blizzard could leave North Dakotans without power for days

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A combination of ugly weather has left at least 19,000 people in western North Dakota facing days without power and thousands of residents along the Red River that separates that state from Minnesota dealing with flash flooding.

Thousands without power after spring blizzard in the Dakotas

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A spring blizzard knocked out power to thousands of people across western North Dakota and northwest South Dakota, and utility officials said it will likely take at least several days to restore power to everyone.

Blizzard warnings issued for North Dakota, South Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Spring was put on hold in parts of the Dakotas Saturday as blizzard warnings were posted for the two states, which could result in the second strong storm to hit western North Dakota this month.

Blizzard warning for parts of Dakotas, Wyoming, Montana

RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) — Heavy snow and strong gusty winds will whip up blizzard conditions for parts of several states this weekend, including the Dakotas, Wyoming and Montana, according to forecasters.

Blizzard prompts drop in North Dakota’s oil production

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota officials estimated that last week’s blizzard caused the state’s daily oil output to drop by 25%.

Minot State University assessing sports bubble collapse

MINOT, N.D. (AP) — The future of Minot State University’s sports bubble is up in the air after last week’s blizzard in North Dakota caused it to collapse.

Closures due to blizzard remain in effect in North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Record snowfall from a spring blizzard is shutting down government offices, schools and some businesses for a third day in North Dakota.

Blizzard in North Dakota, tornado in SE Minnesota

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A tornado tore up a small Minnesota town and a blizzard forced the closure of the North Dakota Capitol, schools and roads, as spring storms wreaked havoc across the Upper Midwest.

Capitol, government offices, schools close due to blizzard

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A blizzard has led to the closure of the North Dakota Capitol and other state facilities in the Bismarck area, as well as scores of schools. colleges, government offices and highways Tuesday.

Spring storm packing blizzard conditions for northern Plains

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A significant spring storm headed for the northern Plains is packing blizzard conditions with significant snow accumulation and drifting, according to the National Weather Service.

Late winter storm blasts South, Northeast with snow and wind

A late winter storm has blasted the U.S. Northeast with strong winds and heavy snow, sending temperatures plunging after first taking aim at the Deep South.

Death of man in Kidder County likely related to weather

STEELE, N.D. (AP) — The death of a man in rural Kidder County was likely due to blizzard conditions, according to sheriff’s officials.

Powerful storm creates dangerous travel conditions

MILWAUKEE (AP) — A powerful winter storm with heavy snow and ice has created dangerous travel conditions, closed scores of schools and caused numerous crashes and spin-outs in the Upper Midwest.

Semi with load of hogs crashes in blizzard conditions in ND

THOMPSON, N.D. (AP) — Blizzard conditions on Interstate 29 in North Dakota caused a semi driver with a load of hogs to roll the rig, according to the State Patrol.

Blizzard conditions close portions of ND, Minnesota roadways

FARGO, N.D. (AP) — Blizzard conditions have closed portions an interstate and highways in eastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota Friday.

Near zero visibility closing interstates, highways

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Strong winds are whipping up blizzard-like conditions and closing sections of interstates and highways in North Dakota and Minnesota Friday.

Part of Interstate 29 shut down in northeastern North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota officials on Tuesday shut down Interstate 29 from Grand Forks to the Canadian border because of blowing snow due to zero visibility and icy roads.

After the blizzard, the East Coast digs out under sunny sky

The sun was shining on much of the East Coast on Sunday, a day after a vicious nor’easter brought blizzard conditions to many areas, and left more than 100,000 customers without power.

Blizzard buffets East Coast with deep snow, winds, flooding

More than 2 feet of snow has fallen in some areas of the northeastern U.S. amid a fierce winter storm.