Blizzard of April 6, 1982 shuts down tri-state area

It was April 6, 1982, but the weather showed no regard for the calendar.

Instead of waking up to a mild, sunny Tuesday, residents of the tri-state area were surprised to find themselves trapped in a winter wonderland -- the spring blizzard of 1982 was upon them. While some took the opportunity to enjoy one more snow day, many others decided to brave the elements -- with mixed results.

The bravest of the lot decided to catch a plane out of the city, but instead they ending up stuck at the airport, with legendary Eyewitness News reporter John Johnson interviewing them.

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