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Initial Blizzard of October 1880
- When
- October 1880
- Where
- Eastern South Dakota
A severe blizzard struck in October 1880, marking the start of the Hard Winter in North America.
The initial blizzard brought snowfalls so deep that two-story homes experienced accumulations up to their second-floor windows. This event marked the beginning of a historically difficult season in eastern South Dakota, characterized by strong winds and low visibility.
Sources
- Blizzard Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-10
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