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It formed March 11, 1888, and dissipated March 14, 1888, but it took another week or so until the snow was sufficiently cleared to allow full trains and transportation to run smoothly again. The Great Blizzard also precipitated the creation of underground subway systems, first in Boston, then New York City.
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∙ 13y agoThe Great Blizzard of 1888 or Great Blizzard of '88 (March 11 -- March 14, 1888) was one of the most severe Blizzardin United_States' recorded history. Snowfalls of 40-50 inches (102-127 cm) fell in parts of New_Jersey, New_York, Massachusettsand Connecticut, and sustained winds of over 45 miles per hour (72 km/h) produced Snowdriftin excess of 50 feet (15.2 m).Railroades were shut down and people were confined to their houses for up to a week
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∙ 12y agoIt hit parts of New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut
for more info go to Wikipedia and search up the great blizzard of 1888
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∙ 12y agoMarch 11-13 1888.
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∙ 12y ago40 to 50 inches
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How many people injured in 1888 blizzard?
Over 16,000 people died in the 1888 blizzard
What is the most dangerous blizzard or fire?
The Blizzard in 1888
When did Schoolhouse Blizzard happen?
Schoolhouse Blizzard happened in 1888.
Where did the great White hurricane Blizzard start?
The Great White Blizzard began just after midnight on March 12, 1888. Parts of Connecticut and Massachusetts received up to 50 inches of snow, with New Jersey and New York accumulating up to 40 inches. Vermont received 20 - 30 inches of snow in the storm.
How many people died during the great white hurricane?
The Great White Hurricane, also known as the Blizzard of 1888, resulted in the deaths of an estimated 400-600 people. The storm occurred in March 1888 and severely affected the northeastern United States, particularly New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
When did the Children's Blizzard occur?
AKA the Schoolhouse Blizzard, occurred in 1888. Refer to the related link.
When did the great blizzard 1888 end?
cause it ended
How many people injured in 1888 blizzard?
Over 16,000 people died in the 1888 blizzard
What is the most dangerous blizzard or fire?
The Blizzard in 1888
When did Schoolhouse Blizzard happen?
Schoolhouse Blizzard happened in 1888.
What caused the blizzard of 1888?
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Where do blizzard's occur?
they can occur any where it has to occur with precipitation
What was the worst blizzard?
The Blizzard of 1888 has been called "The Great White Hurricane", and for good reason. Starting on March 12th and ending on the 14th, this colossal blizzard left snow drifts in some places that were fifty feet high. The East Coast from Maryland to the Canadian Maritimes was absolutely brought to a stop by this blizzard.
Can a blizzard occur in the US?
Yes.
When do blizzard occur in the US?
in the winter
When do blizzard's occur?
blizzards occur when it below freezing or in northern parts it can occur at any time
Where did the great White hurricane Blizzard start?
The Great White Blizzard began just after midnight on March 12, 1888. Parts of Connecticut and Massachusetts received up to 50 inches of snow, with New Jersey and New York accumulating up to 40 inches. Vermont received 20 - 30 inches of snow in the storm.
