Winter Storm Wrap-Up: Nor'easter Brings Heavy Snow, Flooding

Winter Storm Wrap-Up: Nor'easter Brings Heavy Snow, Flooding

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A major winter storm, dubbed a Blizzard, hit New England and New York, dumping over two feet of snow in some areas and causing significant flooding and power outages. Boston experienced record snowfall, leading to extensive cleanup efforts. The storm caused travel disruptions, with thousands of flights canceled and power outages affecting over 125,000 customers. As the region recovers, attention shifts to potential weather issues in the Midwest and Texas, with concerns about the electric grid's resilience.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the record snowfall in Boston during the blizzard?

25.3 inches

23.8 inches

28.1 inches

20.5 inches

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which area experienced 31 inches of snow during the storm?

Stoughton

Boston

Nantucket Island

Central Park

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual method did some residents use to navigate flooded streets in Nantucket Island?

Canoes

Rowboats

Paddleboards

Kayaks

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much snow fell in Central Park, breaking a record set in 1904?

7 inches

6 inches

5 inches

8 inches

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the concern for Texas with the upcoming storm?

Hurricane winds

Flooding

Power outages

Heavy snowfall