Blizzards — Winter's Perfect Storm

State of Emergency
High gusting winds, bitter cold and blowing snow crippled the city of Buffalo, NY for two weeks in 1977. President Carter declared the ravaged city and surrounding counties, a major disaster area granting funding and support to the clean-up efforts. On Valentines' day, after more than 10 consecutive snow days, Buffalo city schools reopened.

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