A bonkers 37.9 inches of snow hit this Northeast city. How that happened. – The Washington Post

Providence, Rhode Island, is digging out from a historic blizzard that dumped 37.9 inches of snow on the city, breaking a previous record set in 2013. The storm caused widespread power outages and significant challenges for snow removal efforts.

Record Snowfall in Providence

The 37.9 inches of snow that fell in Providence is the highest amount recorded in the city’s history, surpassing the 34.1 inches recorded during the February 2013 blizzard. Some areas of Rhode Island received over 40 inches of snow.

As of Tuesday, power had been restored to the majority of Rhode Island residents, though some continued to experience outages. Crews are working to clear roads, but progress has been slow, particularly on side streets where snowdrifts are substantial.

Residents have expressed concern about the slow pace of plowing on many side streets. The historic snowfall has presented significant logistical challenges for snow removal teams.

Officials are describing the storm as a “once in a lifetime” event, while acknowledging the difficulties faced by residents and the ongoing cleanup efforts.