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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Fence banksThe 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.
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Library driftsThe 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.
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Blowing off the banksThe 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.
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Snow covered cornerThe 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.
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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.
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Cut to crossThe 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.
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Parting the snowThe 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.
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Path between pilesThe 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.
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Library adriftThe 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.
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Snowbank touches signThe 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.
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The "no parking" danceThe 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.
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Tree holding snowballThe 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.
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View from insideThe 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.
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Covered courtyardThe 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.
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SnowhangThe 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.
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Follow the path to children'sThe 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.
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Frozen fountainThe 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.
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Lone parking spaceThe 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.