Snow Storm

Record chill may leave 86 million Americans in freezing weather

The frigid blast is blanketing parts of the Midwest, as increased utility costs have many concerned.

Substitute surgeon saves child's life

When the surgeon on call at Hadassah became stuck in the snow, the department director stepped in to save a three-year-old child's life.

Roads close as snowfall resumes

Police announce road closures, caution travelers, in light of stormy weather

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Haifa U Weather Prof on Israel's Roller-Coaster Winter

Prof. Chaim Kutiel says Israel's current winter is chiefly characterized by its unusually strong extremes.

Fierce Winter Snowstorm Lashes Israel's Neighbors Too

Beirut airport briefly shuts down as schools throughout Lebanon closed; Jordan ships snowplows to Palestinian Authority.

Storm in US: at Least 16 Dead

'Wind chills colder than 50 below can cause exposed flesh to freeze in only 5 to 10 minutes,' citizens warned.

Forecaster Nixes Rumors of Second Snowstorm

Forecaster says no new snowstorm on the horizon. Jerusalem leaders clash over storm ‘mismanagement.’

Jlem Councilman: ‘Time to Get Back to Normal’

Jerusalem deputy mayor explains controversial decision to reopen schools.

Power Restored 'to All Towns Disconnected in Storm'

Electric Company says there are still customers in 'specific locations' in Jerusalem who do not have electricity.

'All Towns to have Power Today'

Electric Company promises that no communities will lack electricity by the end of the day.

Schools Stay Closed in Jerusalem

Schools, kindergartens and day care centers in the capital and numerous other locations will not open Monday.

Buses to Capital and Inside It – to Halt Again

Because of icy roads, bus traffic on Highway 1 has been halted, and buses inside Jerusalem will stop. Drivers asked to avoid all roads.

MDA Treats 10,000 in 3 Days

MDA reports on snowstorm efforts, injuries, and reminds public to stay safe.

Soldiers on Front Lines in Rescue Efforts

Thousands of IDF soldiers clear trees, distribute warm blankets and water, and help with evacuations.

Netanyahu: Many Lives were Saved

Prime Minister praises the way emergency teams responded and says a greater disaster was averted.

Jerusalem Bus Traffic Halted for Safety's Sake

Egged buses to and from Holy City, as well as inside it, have been halted again, because of slippery roads.

29,000 Homes Still without Electricity

Owners of cars stuck on Highway 1 and Highway 443 are asked to take them back.

Snowstorm Updates; Predictions of Unprecedented Snowfall

Ministry of Transportation urges drivers to stay home as they attempt to clear Jerusalem roads; regional updates for Negev and other areas.

'Historic' Israeli Snowstorm; Power Outage In Jerusalem

Power outages throughout Israel in storm of 'rare ferocity, thousands of stranded drivers rescued by IDF and police.

Snow Closes Roads to and from Jerusalem

Highways 1 and 443 are closed to traffic in both directions until 6:00 a.m.

New York Airports Reopen After Fierce Blizzard

Northeastern United States getting back on the move after a fierce blizzard paralyzed air, road and rail travel.

Converging Storms Could Spell Major Snow for New York City

Heavy snow and blizzard conditions are forecasted to hit the crowded US northeast on Friday as two winter storms converge on the region.