For Northeast blizzard, everything was just right to roll up a monster snowfall - AP News
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February 23, 2026
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A powerful Northeast blizzard brought record-breaking snowfall to parts of the region, leaving communities buried under feet of snow and disrupting daily life. The storm, described as a "monster snowfall event," was fueled by a unique combination of weather conditions that aligned perfectly to create such extreme winter weather. From January 23 to 24, areas like New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut saw snow totals exceeding three feet in some places, with drifts blocking roads, burying cars, and straining emergency services.
The storm’s intensity was attributed to a phenomenon known as “perfect alignment” of meteorological factors. A strong low-pressure system combined with cold air from Canada and moisture-rich winds from the Atlantic created ideal conditions for heavy snowfall. Forecasters warned residents to stay indoors as the blizzard brought sustained winds of up
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Originally published on AP News on 2/23/2026