BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) -- A severe and snowy cold snap across central and eastern Europe has left at least 36 people dead, cut off power to towns, and snarled traffic. Officials are responding with measures ranging from opening shelters to dispensing hot tea, with particular concern for the homeless and elderly....
Stories Related to Winter Cold Snap Kills 36 In Eastern Europe
By JOVANA GEC, Associated Press
Mon, 01/30/2012 - 10:04am
Topics: europe homeless the elderly weather winter winter storm
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