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Warnings after blizzards sweep across Middle East

Snow blanketed much of Israel, Jordan and Lebanon early on Feb. 20, with many residents urged to stay in their homes because of blocked or icy roads.
      
People in Jerusalem woke up to around 25 centimetres of snow after the second major blizzard of winter swept across the hilltop Holy City.
      
In January, 10-15 centimetres fell, media reported.