Salem Public Library : Winter of 2015

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Salem Public Library : Winter of 2015
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In 2015, Salem had one of its snowiest 30-day periods on record, with over 70 inches falling between January 12th and February 10th. Other towns in Essex county and nearby Suffolk county also topped the previous record set during the infamous Blizzard of '78. During the month of February, Salem had a total of 18 days with measureable snow fall. Additionally, February was one of the coldest of any month on record for the town, with an average temperature of only 17 degrees.

This image collection shows the impact of the stormy weather on the Salem Public Library.
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Institution: Salem Public Library
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Massachusetts--Essex (county)--Salem

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  • Fence banks
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Library drifts
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Blowing off the banks
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Snow covered corner
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • So. Much. Snow.
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Cut to cross
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Parting the snow
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Path between piles
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Library adrift
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Snowbank touches sign
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • The "no parking" dance
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Tree holding snowball
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • View from inside
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Covered courtyard
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Snowhang
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Follow the path to children's
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Frozen fountain
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.
  • Lone parking space
    The Salem (MA) Public Library in the aftermath of multiple blizzards during the winter of 2014-2015. According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2014-2015 was the “all time snowiest season” in Boston's history (Official records date back to 1872.) The official snowfall total was a whopping 108.6 inches. Many other cities and towns throughout Massachusetts also set records, as multiple snow storms hit the region in January and February 2015. The storms wreaked havoc, effectively shutting the MBTA for several days, forcing schools to close, making driving difficult and parking nearly impossible.