“Winter Storm Blankets 20 U.S. States with a Foot of Snow: Totals Inside”
The recent winter storm has blanketed 20 U.S. states with impressive snowfall totals, measuring over a foot in many locations. This storm, which stretched from New Mexico to Maine, has caused significant disruptions and created stunning winter landscapes. According to preliminary data from the National Weather Service, some areas have reported record-breaking snowfalls.
Record Snowfalls Across the Nation
Among the hardest hit was Bonito Lake, New Mexico, which received a staggering 31 inches of snow, making it the highest total in the country for this event. In the northeastern United States, northwestern Pennsylvania experienced notable snow as well, with New Bethlehem reporting 23 inches shortly after midnight on Monday.
Top Snowfall Totals by State
Here are some of the highest snowfall totals recorded across the affected states:
- Bonito Lake, NM: 31 inches
- New Bethlehem, PA: 23 inches
- Crested Butte, CO: 23 inches
- Sterling, MA: 22.2 inches
- West Shokan, NY: 22 inches
- Stratham, NH: 21 inches
- Winsted, CT: 18.7 inches
- Cranston, RI: 18 inches
- Branchville, NJ: 17 inches
- Zanesville, OH: 16.9 inches
- Davis, WV: 16.6 inches
- Danville, VT: 15 inches
- Columbus, IN: 14.5 inches
- Fredericktown, MO: 14.5 inches
- Oblong, IL: 14.2 inches
- Sayre, OK: 14 inches
- Gorham, ME: 13.8 inches
- Coldwater, KS: 12.5 inches
- Grantsville, MD: 12.3 inches
- Witts Springs, AR: 12 inches
Substantial Snowfall Just Below a Foot
While the following locations did not quite reach a foot, they still recorded significant amounts:
- Cedar Grove, VA: 11.8 inches
- Clarendon, TX: 10.2 inches
- Hebron, KY: 10.2 inches
- Dyersburg, TN: 10 inches
- Bear, DE: 10 inches
- Washington, D.C.: 9 inches
As the snowstorm continues to affect daily life, officials advise residents to remain cautious. The numbers provided are preliminary and may be adjusted as further data is verified. Stay tuned for more updates and developments regarding this winter weather event.
