Cold Weather-Storms

A major winter storm can last for several days and can be accompanied by high winds, freezing rain or sleet, heavy snowfall and cold temperatures.

Blizzards

Winds of 35 mph or more with snow and blowing snow reducing visibility to less than ¼ mile for at least 3 hour

 Blowing Snow

Wind-driven snow that reduces visibility 
Falling snow or snow on the ground picked up by the wind

 Snow Squalls

Brief, intense snow showers accompanied by strong, gusty winds

 Snow Showers

Snow falling at varying intensities for brief periods of time

 Snow Flurries

Light snow falling for short durations

 Ice Storms

Freezing rain or sleet

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