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Blizzard of 78 remembered as record Midwest blizzard
The Blizzard of 1978 unleashed explosive cyclogenesis as surface maps showed a Gulf Low merging with a northern system. By Jan 26 heavy snow, 100 mph winds, and wind chills to minus 60 marked a rare severe storm. Michigan faced state of emergency while Marshall aided stranded motorists with meals, shelter, and community support from local agencies and volunteers.
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National Weather Service
United States
Upper Midwest
mid-Atlantic
Michigan
Indiana
Ohio
Midwest
Mount Clemens
William Milliken
Michigan National Guard
Marshall
Tom Isham