133 Years Ago, Connecticut Was Hit With The Worst Blizzard In History
Marie Magoch
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When you think of mid-March in the Nutmeg State, you probably think of the last few moments of winter before the seasons start to change. This is the time of year when we’re typically looking forward to the quickly-approaching warmer days of spring. It seemed like it was a typical mid-March on March 10, 1888. However, less than 24 hours later, it was clear that Mother Nature had different plans. A Connecticut blizzard that was one of the biggest snowfalls in Connecticut history hit on that day. This snowstorm was so bad that it was to be known as “the White Hurricane.”
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Amusingly enough, historical records from the time period show that New England experienced a baby boom about nine months after the blizzard of 1888.
The Connecticut State Library has more photos of “The White Hurricane” that you can check out on the library’s Flickr album.
Many of us in the area remember the Connecticut blizzard of 2013. What was the worst Connecticut blizzard of your lifetime? Tell us your experiences in the comments.
Connecticut resident Albert Hunt made a wire recording in 1949 memorializing his eyewitness account of the 1888 blizzard. You can check it out on Youtube:
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Winter In Connecticut
What is winter in Connecticut like?
Winter in Connecticut can get pretty cold. The state averages quite a bit of snowfall and are is often hit by blizzards. There's a lot to do in Connecticut, with opportunities for snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding, and even skiing.
What were some of the biggest snowstorms in Connecticut history?
There have been plenty of huge snowfalls in Connecticut history. Here are a few of the most notable:
- The White Hurricane of March 1888
- The Blizzard of February 1978
- February 1983
- February 2013
What happened in the Connecticut blizzard of 2013?
The blizzard of 2013 that hit New England was massive. Snow was falling at a rate of more than six inches an hour. Drifts piled up rapidly, burying cars and structures. The town of Hamden received over 40 inches of snow. A state of emergency was declared in Connecticut as towns shut down for several days due to the damage.