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Second big freeze in USA

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A pedestrian's umbrella is turned inside out during a winter snowstorm Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2014, in Philadelphia.
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Another swirling snowstorm has covered towns in the north-east of the United States with a fresh layer of snow. About 30cm of snow fell in Philadelphia on Tuesday. This lady's umbrella decided to call it a day.

A busy snow-covered motorway
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Heavy snow made the roads dangerous so everyone had to drive slowly. Journeys took four times longer than usual.

A man on cross country skis as he makes his way along the National Mall as a snow storm hits Washington January 21, 2014.
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This man found a quick way to get across Washington - by skiing!

TAM airlines plane sits shrouded by snow
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More than 3,000 flights were cancelled on Tuesday due to the stormy conditions. Another 1,000 have been cancelled today.

Family sleeping on camping beds in an airport lounge
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These passengers are stranded at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York and have had to set up camp in the airport lounge.

woman carrying an umbrella walks along 7th Avenue at Times Square during a snow storm in New York January 21, 2014. A
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This woman had no time for the snow and popped up an enormous umbrella to keep her coat dry.

A man and his dog sliding down a snow covered hill
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But not everybody hated the snow. This man and his dog made the most of the situation by sliding down a hill.

A boy on a sledge
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Schools in at least six states had to close and pupils were sent home early. This lad was clearly very disappointed by the decision.

A lady takes a selfie during a snow storm in Times Square, New York
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This lady didn't let a bit of snow ruin her visit to Times Square in New York City. She wrapped up in her warmest woolly hat and took some frosty selfies.