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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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Worst of US snowstorm is over, forecasters say

The White House grounds are covered in snow. Credit: Reuters

The worst of a huge snowstorm thought to have killed at least 19 people is over, forecasters have said.

The record-breaking blizzard saw more than 30 inches of snow fall in five states - New York, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania. Glengary in West Virginia topped the lot with 40 inches of snow, according to the Weather Channel.

Central Park in Manhattan saw 26.8 inches of snow, the second largest recorded since 1869.

Flights have been grounded and thousands of people were trapped in their homes without power on Saturday night.

The race is now on to clear as much snow as possible in time for the start of the working week.

A man runs with his dog along a street covered by snow during a winter storm in Washington. Credit: Reuters
Snow covers the area around the Washington Monument . Credit: Reuters
Dozens of people take part in an impromptu snow ball fight during a snow storm in Times Square in the Manhattan borough of New York. Credit: Reuters

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