Tag: Climate and Weather
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Historic US Winter Storm Grounds Flights and Knocks Out Power Across 17 States
Overview: A Historic Winter Storm Disrupts Travel and Power A historic winter storm swept across a large swath of the United States this weekend, grounding thousands of flights and knocking out power for more than 160,000 electricity customers. The severe weather event stretched from the Plains to the East Coast, with as many as 17…
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Blizzard Traps Over 1,000 on Mount Everest’s Tibetan Side: Rescue Efforts Underway
Overview: A Massive Blizzard on Mount Everest A severe blizzard has trapped more than 1,000 people on the Tibetan side of Mount Everest, according to Chinese state media. The incident, which began with snowfall Friday evening and continued through Saturday, has prompted a major rescue response. Climbers, trekkers, and support staff are among those waiting…