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A massive blizzard has struck the western US, and it is the largest snowfall of the season for the area. Over 10 feet of snow is projected to fall in parts of the Sierra Nevada, and gusts of up to 150 mph have been recorded in some parts of the mountains. The snowfall can reach 3-5 inches per hour, meaning that 12 feet of snow is easily possible if the storm sits over the area. Zero-visibility conditions are making it very hard to go anywhere outside the house in addition to the feet of snow shutting people in, with travel either extremely dangerous or completely impossible. They are going through the worst of the storm now, but the snow and winds may ease up a little bit in the coming days. However, for now, expect extreme blizzard conditions, and expect them to stay for days. On the other hand, California and Nevada have been struggling with drought lately, and while this may be a life-threatening, dangerous storm, it is a huge boon for the state's water supply. The amount of snowpack they receive can determine how severe their water restrictions will be for the entire year, mainly on things like agriculture and drinking water.
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