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Happy Spring, Frozen America!

Winter overstays its welcome across the US

By Ruth Brown,  Newser Staff

Posted Mar 20, 2013 10:13 AM CDT

(Newser) – Spring has officially sprung, but just try prying the scarf and mittens from much of the country that is still freezing. Areas of Maine are expected to receive up to 14 inches of snow today, while the residents of Lunenburg, Mass., are already enjoying 15 inches and subzero temperatures, says CNN. "Definitely over winter," grumbles one resident. Even the South is suffering, with freeze warnings from central Alabama to North Carolina. For those looking for a distraction from shoveling, the Washington Post runs down the meaning of the Spring Equinox—the day in which we see equal parts daylight and nighttime.

A plow clears sidewalks on the last day of winter in Andover, Mass.
A plow clears sidewalks on the last day of winter in Andover, Mass.   (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)
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793tango
Mar 20, 2013 7:00 PM CDT
In New England winter ends when it wants to. My mom (from Northern New Hampshire) loved to tell the story of the year they had snow flurries on the 4th of July.
WarmWeatherGuy
Mar 20, 2013 12:56 PM CDT
Now that we have an extra hour of sunlight every day things will start to get warmer. It happens every year.
LoginsSuck
Mar 20, 2013 11:55 AM CDT
The Government has issued a travel warning due to the cold weather. They suggest that anyone travelling in the current icy conditions should make sure they have the following:   Blankets or sleeping bag  Extra clothing including hat and gloves 24 hours worth of food De-Icer Rock Salt Flashlight with spare batteries Road Flares or Reflective Triangles Empty gas Can First Aid Kit Booster cables....... I looked like an idiot on the bus this morning !
 

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