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Disruption continues following devastating US snowstorm

At least 29 people have died as a result of the snowstorm that struck the eastern United States over the weekend.

The storm dumped up to two feet of snow in some areas, affecting 85 million people and leaving thousands trapped in their homes, some without power.

Federal government offices and schools in the Washington area will be closed on Monday as the city continues to deal with the aftermath of the storm.

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Central Park snowfall second largest since 1869

Some 26.8 inches of snow was dropped on Central Park overnight. Credit: Reuters

The blizzard that dumped more than two feet of snow on New York City dropped 26.8 inches on Central Park in Manhattan, making it the second largest recorded since 1869.

The snowfall was 0.1 inch below the record set on February 11, 2006, the National Weather Service said.

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