The 1972 Iran Blizzard killed over 4,000 people with up to 26 feet of snow falling in a week. Blizzards are defined by wind speed and duration, not snowfall amount. The first recorded US blizzards were in 1880-1881, and the 1993 Storm of the Century was a combination blizzard and hurricane. The deadliest blizzard on […]
A blizzard can occur suddenly during a severe winter storm, with sustained winds of over 35 mph, near-zero visibility, and heavy snow. It is dangerous to venture outdoors, and staying indoors is recommended. If shelter is needed, seek it in sturdy buildings or plowed snowdrifts. Prepare for the aftermath by having alternative light sources, filling […]
