sweetapricity/bridgedeck-noaa huggingface dataset:
Another in a series of winter storms produced blizzard conditions and copious amounts of snow to the eastern San Juan and La Garita Mountains...the Upper Rio Grande Valley...and the eastern Sawatch Range.  Some of the higher snow totals were...17 inches on Monarch Pass (Chaffee County) and 29 inches near the summit of Wolf Creek Pass (Mineral County).  This heavy snow was accompanied by winds gusting to 70 mph at times.

Winter Storm in EASTERN SAN JUAN MOUNTAINS ABOVE 10000 FT, COLORADO
From 25-DEC-08 01:00:00 to 27-DEC-08 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Blizzard in EASTERN SAWATCH MOUNTAINS ABOVE 11000 FT, COLORADO
From 25-DEC-08 18:00:00 to 26-DEC-08 01:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

Blizzard in EASTERN SAN JUAN MOUNTAINS ABOVE 10000 FT, COLORADO
From 25-DEC-08 18:00:00 to 26-DEC-08 01:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

Blizzard in LA GARITA MOUNTAINS ABOVE 10000 FT, COLORADO
From 25-DEC-08 18:00:00 to 26-DEC-08 01:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

Winter Storm in EASTERN SAWATCH MOUNTAINS ABOVE 11000 FT, COLORADO
From 25-DEC-08 05:00:00 to 27-DEC-08 12:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Winter Storm in LA GARITA MOUNTAINS ABOVE 10000 FT, COLORADO
From 25-DEC-08 02:00:00 to 27-DEC-08 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Winter Storm in UPPER RIO GRANDE VALLEY / EASTERN SAN JUAN MOUNTAINS BELOW 10000 FT, COLORADO
From 25-DEC-08 03:00:00 to 27-DEC-08 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter
A very tight pressure gradient developed behind a strong cold front across much of the region in the wake of a departing upper trough of low pressure. Southerly winds of 15 to 25 mph were observed out ahead of the cold front the morning of the 29th, but quickly veered west northwest areawide by afternoon in wake of the frontal passage. This resulted in sustained wind speeds increasing to 25 to 35 mph, with gusts to 50 to 55 mph during the mid and late afternoon, especially over southeast Oklahoma, extreme northeast Texas, southwest Arkansas, and north Louisiana. Widespread reports of downed trees and power lines were received across the region, with at least 31000 residents without power during the late afternoon and evening of the 29th.

Strong Wind in BOWIE, TEXAS
From 29-JAN-08 19:00:00 to 29-JAN-08 19:00:00 (CST-6)
Magnitude: 46.00 MG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Trees and power lines were downed through much of the county.  Bowie County 911 recorded over 150 calls of various damage all throughout the county.  A peak wind gusts of 53 mph was measured at the Texarkana Regional Airport.
Strong, cold arctic high pressure remained over the Yukon and northern British Columbia on the evening of 12/22. Local outflow winds developed on the evening of 12/20 into the morning of 12/21 for areas in the northern Panhandle as a moderate low pressure system moved to the Queen Charlotte Islands. Estimated gusts to 75 MPH were the strongest winds encountered during this storm.

High Wind in TAIYA INLET AND KLONDIKE HIGHWAY, ALASKA
From 20-DEC-08 21:53:00 to 21-DEC-08 12:00:00 (AKST-9)
Magnitude: 62.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

Frequent wind gusts 60-75 MPH occurred late on the night of 12/20 into the daytime hours 12/21 at the Skagway Airport ASOS. No damage was reported.

High Wind in JUNEAU BOROUGH AND NORTHERN ADMIRALTY ISLAND, ALASKA
From 21-DEC-08 06:00:00 to 21-DEC-08 12:00:00 (AKST-9)
Magnitude: 59.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

The Juneau South Douglas wind profiler measured peak surface winds 60 to to 71 MPH on the morning of 12/21. No damage was reported during this Taku wind type event.
A strong pressure gradient behind a cold front triggered gusty winds across Maryland on the 31st.

High Wind in WASHINGTON, MARYLAND
From 31-DEC-08 13:22:00 to 31-DEC-08 13:22:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

A wind gust of 65 mph was reported in Sideling Hill.

High Wind in FREDERICK, MARYLAND
From 31-DEC-08 11:44:00 to 31-DEC-08 11:44:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 55.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

A wind gust of 63 mph was reported at Ijamsville.

High Wind in FREDERICK, MARYLAND
From 31-DEC-08 14:44:00 to 31-DEC-08 14:44:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 59.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

A wind gust of 68 mph was reported at Crestwood Middle School in Frederick.

High Wind in ST. MARY'S, MARYLAND
From 31-DEC-08 11:18:00 to 31-DEC-08 11:18:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

A wind gust of 50 knots was reported in Patuxent River.

High Wind in ANNE ARUNDEL, MARYLAND
From 31-DEC-08 10:45:00 to 31-DEC-08 12:13:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 62.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

Wind gusts between 59 and 62 mph were reported in Annapolis, Rivera Beach, and Hanover Hills.
A low pressure system brought snowfall and strong winds to the eastern Sierra.

Winter Weather in GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA, CALIFORNIA
From 21-DEC-08 17:00:00 to 22-DEC-08 05:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The following 24-hour snowfall reports were received:
Echo Peak SNOTEL: 13 inches; and
Soda Springs ski area: 9 inches.

Winter Weather in MONO, CALIFORNIA
From 21-DEC-08 18:00:00 to 22-DEC-08 05:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

The following 24-hr snowfall reports were received:
Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort (elev. 9000 ft): 14 inches; and
Mammoth Lakes (elev. 7900 ft): 8 inches.

Strong Wind in GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA, CALIFORNIA
From 22-DEC-08 01:44:00 to 22-DEC-08 01:44:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 49.00 MG
Property damage: 0.10K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The RAWS sensor at D.L. Bliss State Park recorded a wind gust of 56 kts (64 mph).

Strong Wind in MONO, CALIFORNIA
From 22-DEC-08 05:50:00 to 22-DEC-08 05:50:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 49.00 MG
Property damage: 0.10K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

Mammoth Airport reported a wind gust of 52 kts (60 mph).
A powerful winter storm brought heavy snowfall to the eastern Sierra and western Nevada.

Heavy Snow in LASSEN/EASTERN PLUMAS/EASTERN SIERRA, CALIFORNIA
From 14-DEC-08 17:00:00 to 15-DEC-08 20:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained weather spotters reported the following snowfall amounts:
in Graeagle, 12 inches of snowfall at an elevation of 4350 feet;
4 miles northwest of Bieber, 6.0 inches of snowfall at an elevation of 4300 feet;
1 mile east of Sloat, 24.0 inches of snowfall at an elevation of 4200 feet;
just south of Bieber, 7.0 inches of snowfall with 0.40 inch water equivalent;
5 miles west of Beckwourth, 12.0 inches of snowfall at an elevation of 4850 feet.
A cooperative weather observer located in Portola reported 9.0 inches of snowfall with 0.60 inch of liquid equivalent.

Heavy Snow in SURPRISE VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
From 14-DEC-08 17:00:00 to 15-DEC-08 20:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained weather spotters reported the following snowfall amounts:
5 miles NNW of Cedarville, 6.0 inches of snowfall at an elevation of 4800 feet;
1 mile WNW of Fort Bidwell, 8.0 inches of snowfall at an elevation of 4600 feet.

Heavy Snow in MONO, CALIFORNIA
From 14-DEC-08 20:00:00 to 15-DEC-08 22:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

The following snowfall reports were received for Mono County:
Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort, 49 inches of snowfall;
1 mile WNW of Mammoth Lakes, 19.0 inches of snowfall at an elevation of 8200 feet;
5 miles SSE of Coleville, 12.0 inches of snowfall at an elevation of 4700 feet.

Heavy Snow in GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA, CALIFORNIA
From 14-DEC-08 18:00:00 to 15-DEC-08 21:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

The following reports were received for the Tahoe Basin:
Alpine Meadows Ski Resort, 43.0 inches of snowfall;
2 miles NNW of Donner Summit, 26.0 inches of snowfall;
6 miles WSW of Boca Reservoir, 18.0 inches of snowfall;
Homewood ski area, 17 inches of snowfall at an elevation of 6330 feet;
South Lake Tahoe (intersection of Highways 89 and 50), 11 inches of snowfall;
Northstar-at-Tahoe Ski Resort, 9 inches of snowfall at mid-mountain and 15 inches at the summit.
A Pacific storm system brought high winds to the Rocky Mountain Front. Wind gusts in excess of 60 mph were reported.

High Wind in NORTH ROCKY MOUNTAIN FRONT, MONTANA
From 25-JAN-08 16:44:00 to 26-JAN-08 03:00:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 72.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A wind gust to 83 mph was reported Babb. Additional reported wind gusts include: a gust to 77 mph at East Glacier Park 8SE, a gust to 66 mph at Heart Butte and a gust to 59 mph at Browning.

High Wind in SOUTHERN ROCKY MOUNTAIN FRONT, MONTANA
From 25-JAN-08 20:11:00 to 25-JAN-08 21:11:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 39.00 ES
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Sustained winds of 45 mph were reported at Pendroy 2W. Additionally, a paek gust to 58 mph was reported at Pendroy 2W.
A strong low pressure system preceded by a deep and moist southwest flow brought a prolonged period of winter weather and widespread heavy snow to eastern Utah.

Winter Weather in TAVAPUTS PLATEAU, UTAH
From 22-DEC-08 01:00:00 to 23-DEC-08 05:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Snowfall of 5 to 8 inches occurred while wind gusts of 30 to 50 mph produced blowing and drifting snow.

Winter Storm in LA SAL & ABAJO MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 21-DEC-08 20:00:00 to 23-DEC-08 12:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 1 to 2 feet occurred above the 8000 foot level while frequent wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph produced blowing and drifting snow. A peak wind gust of 58 mph was recorded at the top of La Sal Mountain.

Winter Weather in EASTERN UINTA MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 21-DEC-08 12:00:00 to 23-DEC-08 12:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Snowfall of 5 to 7 inches occurred above the 8000 foot level while wind gusts of 20 to 30 mph produced blowing and drifting snow.

Winter Storm in EASTERN UINTA BASIN, UTAH
From 22-DEC-08 01:00:00 to 22-DEC-08 19:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 5 to 7 inches blanketed the area.

Winter Weather in SOUTHEAST UTAH, UTAH
From 22-DEC-08 04:00:00 to 22-DEC-08 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 3 to 6 inches occurred.

Winter Weather in CANYONLANDS / NATURAL BRIDGES, UTAH
From 22-DEC-08 04:00:00 to 22-DEC-08 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 2 to 4 inches occurred.
A persistent cold and dry air mass led to a series of Freeze Warnings along the Southern Oregon coast.  A Freeze Warning was issued for Oregon zone ORZ021/022 at 21/1440 PST, effective from 23/0200 until 23/1000 PST.  The warning for ORZ022 was cancelled at 23/0503 PST.  The warning for ORZ021 expired at 23/1000 PST.

Frost/Freeze in SOUTH CENTRAL OREGON COAST, OREGON
From 23-JAN-08 02:00:00 to 23-JAN-08 10:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

Reported low temperatures ranged from 23 to 33 degrees this morning, so it  appears that freezing temperatures occurred in most of the zone.

Frost/Freeze in CURRY COUNTY COAST, OREGON
From 23-JAN-08 02:00:00 to 23-JAN-08 10:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

Reported low temperatures ranged from 31 to 40 degrees this morning, so it  appears that the warning only verified at a few locations in this zone.
A storm low passing north of the Aloha State generated surf of 15 to 25 feet along the north facing shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, and Maui; and 8 to 15 feet along the west facing shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, and the Big Island of Hawaii.  Lifeguards kept busy, especially on Oahu, with assisting and rescuing surfers and swimmers. There were no reports of serious injuries or property damage.

High Surf in OAHU NORTH SHORE, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in OAHU KOOLAU, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in MOLOKAI WINDWARD, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in MOLOKAI LEEWARD, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in MAUI WINDWARD WEST, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in WINDWARD HALEAKALA, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in KONA, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in KOHALA, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in MAUI CENTRAL VALLEY, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in NIIHAU, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in KAUAI WINDWARD, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in KAUAI LEEWARD, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in WAIANAE COAST, HAWAII
From 09-JAN-08 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-08 15:00:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter
A strong pressure gradient between low pressure over the Great Lakes and high pressure to the south resulted in gusty winds across eastern West Virginia.

High Wind in EASTERN GRANT, WEST VIRGINIA
From 29-DEC-08 21:45:00 to 29-DEC-08 22:30:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Reported by: AWOS

A wind gust of 51 knots was reported in Petersburg. Tree limbs were down and there were also reports of debris flying around.

High Wind in EASTERN GRANT, WEST VIRGINIA
From 30-DEC-08 03:15:00 to 30-DEC-08 03:45:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 53.00 MG
Reported by: AWOS

A wind gust of 53 knots was reported in Petersburg. Tree limbs were down and there were also reports of debris flying around.
A winter storm system brought heavy snow, very strong winds and whiteout conditions to the North-Central Mountains.  Storms totals generally ranged from 8 to 15 inches.  Peak wind gusts above timberline approached 100 mph.  The whiteout conditions forced the closure of several roadways, including the I-70 corridor between Vail and Clear Creek County. The Red Cross provided temporary shelters for approximately 160 travelers.
The increased avalanche danger also forced the closure of Berthoud, Loveland and Rabbit Ear's Passes.  Peak wind gusts included:  94 mph at Loveland Pass, 85 mph at Berthoud Pass, 74 mph atop Niwot Ridge, with 68 mph at Copper Mountain and Gunsight.  Storm totals included:  15 inches at the Eisenhower Tunnel, 12 inches at Breckenridge Ski Area, 11 inches at Tower Snotel and Winter Park Ski Area, 10 inches at St. Mary's Glacier, 9.5 inches at Berthoud Pass, 9 inches at Arapahoe Ridge and Lake Irene, with 8 inches at Fraser.

Winter Storm in S & E JACKSON / LARIMER / N & NE GRAND / NW BOULDER COUNTIES ABOVE 9000 FEET, COLORADO
From 07-FEB-08 12:00:00 to 08-FEB-08 09:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The snotel sites at Arapahoe Ridge and Lake Irene totaled 9 inches of snowfall.

Winter Storm in S & SE GRAND / W CENTRAL & SW BOULDER / GILPIN / CLEAR CREEK / SUMMIT / N & W PARK COUNTIES ABOVE 9000 FEET, COLORADO
From 07-FEB-08 12:00:00 to 08-FEB-08 09:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Storm totals included:  15 inches at the Eisenhower Tunnel, 12 inches at Breckenridge Ski Area, 11 inches at Winter Park Ski Area-, 10 inches at St. Mary's Glacier and 9.5 inches at Berthoud Pass.

Winter Weather in GRAND & SUMMIT COUNTIES BELOW 9000 FEET, COLORADO
From 07-FEB-08 12:00:00 to 08-FEB-08 05:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

In Grand County, storm totals included 8 inches at Fraser, with 6 inches at William's Fork Dam.

Winter Storm in WEST JACKSON & WEST GRAND COUNTIES ABOVE 9000 FEET, COLORADO
From 07-FEB-08 12:00:00 to 08-FEB-08 09:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The Tower Snotel site totalled 11 inches of snowfall.
A low far west/northwest of the state produced surf of 10 to 15 feet along the north- and west-facing shores of Niihau and Kauai, and 6 to 10 feet along the west-facing shores of the Big Island of Hawaii.  No serious injuries or property damage were reported.  The high surf continued into January only for the west-facing shores of the Big Island.

High Surf in KOHALA, HAWAII
From 31-DEC-08 04:00:00 to 31-DEC-08 23:59:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in NIIHAU, HAWAII
From 31-DEC-08 04:00:00 to 31-DEC-08 23:59:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in KAUAI WINDWARD, HAWAII
From 31-DEC-08 04:00:00 to 31-DEC-08 23:59:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in KAUAI LEEWARD, HAWAII
From 31-DEC-08 04:00:00 to 31-DEC-08 23:59:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High Surf in KONA, HAWAII
From 31-DEC-08 04:00:00 to 31-DEC-08 23:59:00 (HST-10)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter
An area of low pressure combined with cold air to trigger snow across locations along and west of the Allegheny front in eastern West Virginia.  The snow started on the afternoon of the 6th and lasted through the morning of the 7th.

Winter Storm in PENDLETON, WEST VIRGINIA
From 06-DEC-08 14:00:00 to 07-DEC-08 12:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: COOP Observer

Snowfall totaled up to 6.0 inches 6 miles west-southwest of Cherry Grove.

Winter Storm in WESTERN GRANT, WEST VIRGINIA
From 06-DEC-08 14:00:00 to 07-DEC-08 12:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: COOP Observer

A report of 8.0 inches of snow was received in Bayard. Snowfall totaled up to 6.0 inches in Mount Storm and 7.0 inches just 2 miles northeast of Gormania.
The combination of cold air and moisture from the Great Lakes triggered upslope snow showers along and west of the Allegheny Front in eastern West Virginia. Snow started during the early morning hours of the 12th and lasted into the early morning hours of the 13th.

Winter Weather in WESTERN GRANT, WEST VIRGINIA
From 12-DEC-08 01:00:00 to 13-DEC-08 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: COOP Observer

A total of 4.0 inches of snow was recorded in Mount Storm and snowfall totaled up to 4.7 inches in Bayard.
A cold front moved through the region early on the 16th. A storm system along the cold front triggered precipitation. As the colder air worked in, rain changed over to ice and wintry precipitation lasted into the early morning hours of the 17th.

Winter Weather in WARREN, VIRGINIA
From 16-DEC-08 09:00:00 to 17-DEC-08 05:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Ice accumulation of one tenth of an inch was reported at Blue Mountain.
Areas of light freezing drizzle and freezing rain caused roads to become very icy. Multiple vehicle accidents with injuries were reported in Evansville. Evansville police closed portions of the Lloyd Expressway after more than a dozen cars were involved in accidents. Numerous accidents occurred on Interstate 164. Interstate 64 was closed from the Illinois state line to exit 25, which is at U.S. Highway 41. The wintry precipitation was caused by a weak surface trough of low pressure combined with a moist southwest flow aloft.

Winter Weather in WARRICK, INDIANA
From 16-DEC-08 15:00:00 to 17-DEC-08 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Winter Weather in VANDERBURGH, INDIANA
From 16-DEC-08 15:00:00 to 16-DEC-08 23:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Winter Weather in PIKE, INDIANA
From 16-DEC-08 15:00:00 to 17-DEC-08 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Winter Weather in GIBSON, INDIANA
From 16-DEC-08 15:00:00 to 17-DEC-08 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Winter Weather in POSEY, INDIANA
From 16-DEC-08 15:00:00 to 17-DEC-08 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Winter Weather in SPENCER, INDIANA
From 16-DEC-08 15:00:00 to 17-DEC-08 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter
An area of low pressure tracked across southeast Washington into north Idaho, with heavy snow on the north and west side of this storm.  This resulted in heavy snow accumulations to the Spokane area, northeast Mountains, and Okanogan Highlands.  The snowfall event added to the snow load on roof tops, with several major roof collapses occurring the rest of the month and into the first part of January in the Spokane area.  By the end of December, at least 19 roof collapses were reported, with two direct injuries from falling debris and snow.  Many businesses in the Spokane area closed to take preventative measurable for removing snow.  The snow also contributed to natural gas leaks as snow or ice sheared off gas meters. Several flights were cancelled for both arrivals and departures at Spokane International Airport.  Several slide-offs also occurred on Interstate 90.  The Spokane area as well as Deer Park received the heaviest accumulations from this storm, ranging from nine to 11 inches.  Other accumulations include eight inches in Inchelium, seven inches in Springdale, and four inches in Republic.  A couple hundred Deer Park residents lost power as melting snow downed some power lines.  This storm put Spokane over the top with the snowiest month since records began in 1893.  A total of 61.5 inches of snow fell in Spokane in December 2008.

Heavy Snow in SPOKANE AREA, WASHINGTON
From 29-DEC-08 06:00:00 to 29-DEC-08 14:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Heavy Snow in NORTHEAST MOUNTAINS, WASHINGTON
From 29-DEC-08 07:00:00 to 29-DEC-08 16:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Heavy Snow in OKANOGAN HIGHLANDS, WASHINGTON
From 29-DEC-08 10:00:00 to 29-DEC-08 15:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter