A massive snowstorm slammed the US East Coast on Monday, causing widespread disruptions. Rhode Island and Massachusetts reported nearly 33 inches (83 cm) of snow, with New York's Central Park seeing over 19 inches, according to the National Weather Service.

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Travel conditions in New York were described as "near impossible," with over 600,000 homes and businesses experiencing power outages, particularly in New Jersey and Massachusetts. Winter storm warnings stretched from North Carolina to northern Maine, and extended into parts of eastern Canada.

Rhode Island, the smallest US state, faced its worst snowstorm on record. Providence received 33 inches, breaking the previous record of 28.6 inches set in February 1978. Meteorologist Candice Hrencecin expressed shock at the snowfall, saying it "completely smashed" previous records.

Travel bans were imposed in Rhode Island and neighboring Connecticut. Later, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey enforced a ban on non-essential travel in Southeastern Massachusetts, reducing speed limits to 40 mph on major highways due to "whiteout" conditions and urging residents to avoid travel.

In Massachusetts, nearly 300,000 people lost power, with Barnstable County, including all of Cape Cod, seeing 85% of customers affected. In New York City, a travel ban brought the metropolis to a near standstill until it was lifted at noon. Connecticut and New Jersey faced hazards from falling trees, worsening road conditions, and potential power outages.

In Providence, city officials reported over 300 vehicles towed for blocking snow plows. Efforts later focused on helping drivers whose vehicles were stuck.

Flight cancellations became a significant issue, with more than 5,675 flights within, into, or out of the US canceled, according to FlightAware. New York's LaGuardia Airport saw 98% of its flights canceled, JFK 91%, and Boston's Logan International 92%. Newark Liberty and Philadelphia International airports also faced major disruptions.

The storm severely affected travelers across the US. Many struggled with delayed or canceled flights, leading to widespread logistical challenges.

In summary, the snowstorm brought unprecedented levels of snow, leading to major travel and power disruptions across multiple states. Authorities continue responding to the fallout, prioritizing road safety and restoring power to affected areas.

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Record breaking storms. That's abnormal isn't it? I can't see any thoughts and prayers saying,

"I don't believe in climate change"

"I don't believe in climate change"

"I don't believe in climate change"

Yes my youngest Son and his Wife are currently holed up in Boston due to flight cancellation - perhaps they should have holidayed in Florida where they live !

My friends were supposed to fly back from Bangkok to Boston on Sunday night, but then got a message from their airline extending their Thai holiday by two days. They were fine with that 😺

3 hours ago, Purdey said:

Record breaking storms. That's abnormal isn't it? I can't see any thoughts and prayers saying,

"I don't believe in climate change"

"I don't believe in climate change"

"I don't believe in climate change"

Doesn't look like Global Warming does it.

I believe in Climate change the Original way the Phenomena.

5 minutes ago, digger70 said:

Doesn't look like Global Warming does it.

Yes, it does look like changing weather patterns due to global warming.

5,000 flights cancelled due to <deleted>e infrastructure, but hockey game won!

55 minutes ago, digger70 said:

Doesn't look like Global Warming does it.

I believe in Climate change the Original way the Phenomena.

No no no no no - Global Warming causes Global Cooling. Don't 'cha know?

You all know leftists control the weather. Just look at this whiteboard.

We know Zohran did this--again! Commie bastard!

On 2/24/2026 at 6:52 AM, ASEAN NOW News said:

A massive snowstorm slammed the US East Coast on Monday, causing widespread disruptions. Rhode Island and Massachusetts reported nearly 33 inches (83 cm) of snow, with New York's Central Park seeing over 19 inches, according to the National Weather Service.

There can be little doubt that the oceans are warming. One has only to notice the steady disappearance of pack-ice over the Arctic Ocean, opening up new trade routes. However the vagaries of climate may be determined by more factors than are accounted for by current computer models.

Ice-core samples dating from periods of intense glaciation contain much higher atmospheric carbon dioxide than current levels (assuming dating of the ice was correct). Claims are made that just prior to the Industrial Revolution atmospheric CO2 had fallen to levels approaching the minima necessary to support plant life, and by extension other forms of life. Some commercial greenhouse growers purchase CO2 to enrich the air and foster plant growth.

And yet extensive parts of the world have in recent years begun experiencing exceptionally cold weather.

It seems there may be factors that are ignored by the computerised climate models.

The Sun, the source of our warmth and light, has entered a phase of weakened radiation. This should not make a huge difference.

However the Earth's magnetic field has been weakening progressively for decades, and this decline has recently accelerated at an alarming rate. This means that the Earth has already lost a large part of the mantle that protects it from streams of charged particles emanating from the Sun at velocities close to the speed of light. It is said that some of these particles are now breaking through. I am not a climatologist so I offer no conclusions. Only the suggestion of digging deeper.

And this snippet:

"To understand the real potential of solar flares, we must revisit an extraordinary moment in history: the Carrington Event of 1859. On September 1st of that year, British astronomer Richard Carrington was observing the Sun through a telescope when he witnessed a sudden flash — a massive solar flare. Within hours, Earth was engulfed in the most intense geomagnetic storm ever recorded.

"Telegraph systems across Europe and North America failed spectacularly. Sparks leaped from telegraph machines, some bursting into flames. Operators received electric shocks. In some places, telegraph systems continued to send messages even after being disconnected from power sources, driven by the electrical energy surging through the Earth.

"The aurora was visible near the equator, in places where no one had ever seen the phenomenon. The skies of Cuba and Hawaii glowed blood red. Newspapers reported frightened citizens believing the world was ending.

"This storm occurred before the modern age of electricity, before the digital infrastructure that now connects and sustains civilization. If a Carrington-class event were to happen today, the damage could be catastrophic."

[ https://www.sciencenewstoday.org/the-impact-of-solar-flares-on-earths-weather-and-technology ]

On 2/24/2026 at 6:57 AM, Purdey said:

Record breaking storms. That's abnormal isn't it? I can't see any thoughts and prayers saying,

"I don't believe in climate change"

"I don't believe in climate change"

"I don't believe in climate change"

It is due to cold weather not warm weather.

9 minutes ago, ericbj said:

There can be little doubt that the oceans are warming. One has only to notice the steady disappearance of pack-ice over the Arctic Ocean, opening up new trade routes. However the vagaries of climate may be determined by more factors than are accounted for by current computer models.

Ice-core samples dating from periods of intense glaciation contain much higher atmospheric carbon dioxide than current levels (assuming dating of the ice was correct). Claims are made that just prior to the Industrial Revolution atmospheric CO2 had fallen to levels approaching the minima necessary to support plant life, and by extension other forms of life. Some commercial greenhouse growers purchase CO2 to enrich the air and foster plant growth.

And yet extensive parts of the world have in recent years begun experiencing exceptionally cold weather.

It seems there may be factors that are ignored by the computerised climate models.

The Sun, the source of our warmth and light, has entered a phase of weakened radiation. This should not make a huge difference.

However the Earth's magnetic field has been weakening progressively for decades, and this decline has recently accelerated at an alarming rate. This means that the Earth has already lost a large part of the mantle that protects it from streams of charged particles emanating from the Sun at velocities close to the speed of light. It is said that some of these particles are now breaking through. I am not a climatologist so I offer no conclusions. Only the suggestion of digging deeper.

And this snippet:

"To understand the real potential of solar flares, we must revisit an extraordinary moment in history: the Carrington Event of 1859. On September 1st of that year, British astronomer Richard Carrington was observing the Sun through a telescope when he witnessed a sudden flash — a massive solar flare. Within hours, Earth was engulfed in the most intense geomagnetic storm ever recorded.

"Telegraph systems across Europe and North America failed spectacularly. Sparks leaped from telegraph machines, some bursting into flames. Operators received electric shocks. In some places, telegraph systems continued to send messages even after being disconnected from power sources, driven by the electrical energy surging through the Earth.

"The aurora was visible near the equator, in places where no one had ever seen the phenomenon. The skies of Cuba and Hawaii glowed blood red. Newspapers reported frightened citizens believing the world was ending.

"This storm occurred before the modern age of electricity, before the digital infrastructure that now connects and sustains civilization. If a Carrington-class event were to happen today, the damage could be catastrophic."

[ https://www.sciencenewstoday.org/the-impact-of-solar-flares-on-earths-weather-and-technology ]

Yes there is warming. 1850 was very cold. The warming will continue as the planet is 2 to 3 degrees below ideal levels. Many cities are -15 to 15 at night. Humans prefer 18 to 26 at night. The earth needs to warm.

On 2/24/2026 at 11:07 AM, stevenl said:

Yes, it does look like changing weather patterns due to global warming.

Warming does not cause snow to fall. Rising co2 levels increase global temperatures, leading to reduced snow cover, earlier snowmelt, and a shift from snow to rain.