Washington D.C. Set to Thaw After Prolonged Cold Spell
• Washington D.C. is expected to thaw after nearly 20 days of extreme cold, with temperatures rising above freezing.
• The thaw will gradually melt the 'snowcrete,' but larger piles may persist into March.
• Residents are advised to exercise caution during the thaw due to slippery conditions and potential infrastructure stress.
D.C. to thaw after intense cold spell
Washington D.C. is finally set to thaw after enduring a prolonged and intense cold spell. For nearly 20 days, the region experienced temperatures that rarely climbed above freezing, with wind chills plummeting to near-zero levels. This extended period of extreme cold led to the freezing of creeks, ponds, and larger waterways, transforming the snow into a dense, immovable substance known locally as 'snowcrete.'
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