Foul weather around Thanksgiving has had more severe effects than just disrupting travel or spoiling holiday cheer. Over the years, there have been notable severe-weather events during the Thanksgiving period. In 1992, a major tornado outbreak resulted in 94 tornadoes and claimed 26 lives across 13 states. The Great Appalachian Snowstorm of 1950 brought record lows and up to 57 inches of snow, causing the deaths of 160 people. The bomb cyclone of 2019 dropped significant snow across 30 states, causing hazardous driving conditions in California. Hawaii experienced Hurricane Iwa in 1982, causing extensive damage in Kauai, Oahu, and Niihau. Hurricane Iniki in 1992 caused even more damage to Hawaii.
In 2018, New York City experienced an exceptionally cold Thanksgiving with temperatures in the 20s, making it the second-coldest Thanksgiving in the city’s history. These severe weather events serve as a reminder that Mother Nature can turn nasty during Thanksgiving, affecting travel, celebrations, and safety. Each event highlighted the importance of being prepared for unexpected weather conditions and the potential impact it can have on holiday festivities.
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Take a look at these severe storms.
