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Frozen welcome mat snaps while clearing snow in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, USA

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On January 25, 2026, in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, USA, a security camera captured a funny and unexpected moment during post-storm cleanup. In the video, Tim Brooks, 45 years old, is finishing shoveling snow from his doorway after a major winter storm. As he bangs the welcome mat to knock off built-up ice, the mat suddenly snaps clean in half due to the extreme freezing conditions. The brief mishap highlights just how intense the cold was following the storm, turning an ordinary cleanup task into a surprising and lighthearted moment.

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