| Weather History for November 19 |
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1981 The Hubert Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, MN was damaged by the weight of heavy snow. Almost a foot of snow was reported, which weighed heavily on the newly-inflated roof, causing it to tear and collapse. After completely deflating, the rip was repaired, and the roof was re-inflated.
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1921 The Columbia Gorge ice storm finally came to an end after blocking the Columbia River Highway at the Dalles with 54 inches of snow, sleet, and glaze.
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1798 This marked the beginning of the Long Winter of 1789-99, as eighteen inches of snow fell in New York City.
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Data courtesy of the National Weather Service
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