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Winter War Amid Ice and Famine Across Europe
Yugoslav air force bombs giant ice packs blocking Adriatic rivers as Europe endures its worst winter in memory. Across the continent 762 deaths are logged as sub zero conditions persist for days. Floods and landslides disrupt Italy and southern regions while crops suffer. Spain and Majorca aid marooned villagers. Britain reports potato crops frozen and vegetable picking halted. German weather experts warn of a 200 year freeze risk with February temperatures near historic lows.
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