Storm of the Century: Seen It? Share Your Thoughts!

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In summary, the "Storm of the Century" was a powerful snowstorm that occurred in March 1993 and affected the eastern coast of the United States and parts of Canada. It was named by meteorologists due to its unprecedented size, intensity, and impact. The storm brought heavy snowfall, strong winds, and coastal flooding, causing widespread power outages, transportation disruptions, and significant damage to buildings and infrastructure. Many people were caught off guard and had to adapt to the difficult conditions. The storm is considered one of the most intense and damaging in recent history, with estimated costs of over $5 billion, ranking alongside other notable storms such as the "Blizzard of 1888" and the "Great Blizzard of 1978".
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I was supposed to do some homework. Instead I turned on the tv and saw Storm of the Century on. THAT MOVIE IS AWESOME! Any one else see it? :biggrin:
 
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it can't be as good as Anus Magillicutty
 
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Seen it a few times now. Hardly any gore, but still terrifying. Great moral dilemma, maybe we should make a poll out of it. :smile:
 

1. What is the "Storm of the Century"?

The "Storm of the Century" refers to a powerful and devastating snowstorm that occurred in March 1993, affecting the eastern coast of the United States and parts of Canada.

2. How did the storm get its name?

The storm was given the name "Storm of the Century" by meteorologists due to its unprecedented size, intensity, and impact.

3. What were the effects of the storm?

The storm brought heavy snowfall, strong winds, and coastal flooding to the affected areas. It caused widespread power outages, transportation disruptions, and significant damage to buildings and infrastructure.

4. How did people respond to the storm?

Many people were caught off guard by the storm's severity and were unprepared for its impact. Emergency services and local governments worked to clear roads and restore power, while residents had to adapt to the difficult conditions and find ways to stay warm and safe.

5. How does the "Storm of the Century" compare to other historic storms?

The "Storm of the Century" is considered one of the most intense and damaging storms in recent history, with estimated costs of over $5 billion. It ranks alongside other notable storms such as the "Blizzard of 1888" and the "Great Blizzard of 1978" in terms of severity and impact.

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