The Blizzard of 1949 is considered one of the worst on record for the northern Plains. The first storm began January 2 and continued through January 5, with heavy snow, strong winds and cold …

Mar 14, 2015 · In January 1949, a massive blizzard rocketed through central and southeastern Wyoming and nearby states killing 76 people and tens of thousands of animals and leaving memories in its …

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This program tells the story of the worst series of storms in Wyoming's history. But for all the tragedy and loss, suffering and death, there was hope and he...

Feb 11, 2024 · But those who lived through the Blizzard of 1949 — some of them hardened Wyomingites and centenarians — say it was the snowiest, coldest and longest storm they’ve ever seen.

Jul 9, 2024 · The deadly blizzard of 1949 in Wyoming was a historic weather event that caused significant loss of life and severe disruptions. If you've spent any time here in the Cowboy State when …

Jan 16, 1999 · It may have been the worst weather prediction in history because the “Blizzard of ‘49” struck that day. Fifty mph winds drove the heavy snow through Greeley and Weld County, which …

Dec 8, 2015 · The next day, a raging blizzard with winds up to 80 miles per hour swept across northern Colorado and the other Great Plains states. Temperatures dropped as low as 50 degrees below zero.

The blizzard, borne by winds of 44-mile velocity, began as a heavy snow fall Sunday afternoon, January 2nd, and continued its blinding, swirling, stinging onslaught for three days before abating.

The most significant blizzard in Wyoming history in terms of total human impact occurred from January 2, 1949 to February 20, 1949. Snowfall in parts of eastern and southeastern Wyoming measured up …