The Nation - News from Dec. 17, 1985
Arctic air poured into the northern Plains and upper Great Lakes, driving wind chills to 50 below zero, while unseasonably cold weather in the East spread freezing temperatures as far south as Florida. Temperatures were below zero from upper Michigan to eastern North Dakota. Gusty west winds made it feel even colder, with wind chills of 40 to 50 below zero stinging Grand Forks, N.D., and Duluth, Minn.
Sign up for Essential California
The most important California stories and recommendations in your inbox every morning.
You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times.
