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Bomb Cyclones Explained: What Are They and What Makes Them So Dangerous?
Bomb cyclones are low-pressure systems that intensify rapidly, often over oceans, bringing damaging winds, heavy rainfall and snowfall. They form when specific atmospheric conditions align, with a significant drop in pressure and the release of latent heat energy. Their occurrence is most common in cold months and poses risks to shipping. Experts a...
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Explained: What Are Bomb Cyclones And How Do They Form?
A dangerous weather phenomenon called a bomb cyclone that occurs in mid-latitudes - between Earth's tropics and the polar regions - can bring strong and damaging winds, torrential rains, heavy snowfall, flooding and frigid temperatures.
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Dramatic Satellite Image Shows Massive Bomb Cyclone Approaching California
An animated view of the storm reveals its classic cyclonic motion, spinning counterclockwise as a jet of moisture streams over the West Coast.
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'Bomb Cyclone' To Soak US's California With 8 Trillion Gallons Of Rain
Bomb cyclone is a term given to a rapidly strengthening storm that fulfills one important criterion. Generally, pressure must drop 24 millibars (a unit of pressure) within 24 hours.
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Severe Bomb Cyclone Threatens West Coast with Intense Rain and Winds
A powerful bomb cyclone is approaching the West Coast, with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow forecasted from November 19 to 21. California and Oregon will experience the worst of the storm, including gusts up to 70 mph, rainfall up to 4 inches, and snow in high elevations. The system is driven by an atmospheric river, which, while helpful for wat...
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Nor'easter Bringing Heavy Snow, Rain, High Winds To Parts Of US
The storm could cause flooding, downed trees, blowing snow, and power outages.
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All About Atmospheric Rivers And Bomb Cyclones That Are Causing California Deluge
Much of the northern two-thirds of California, the most populous state in the nation, is under flood.
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Watch: Fiery Lightning Bolt Strikes Parked Vehicle In US, Turns On Its Headlights
A security camera captured the moment a fiery lightning bolt struck a parked vehicle and turned its headlights on. The incident took place on Wednesday morning at JR Motorsports in Mooresville, North Carolina, US.
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Man Praised For Breaking Into School And Rescuing Dozens From US Storm
As a deadly blizzard barreled through New York last weekend, some people found themselves stranded on snow-covered roads. Among those trapped was 27-year-old, Jay Withey, a mechanic who ventured out to help a stranded friend.
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Viral Video: Freezing Weather In US Turns Car Wash Into Ice Cave
A car wash in Texas became an ice cave as a "bomb cyclone" brought freezing-cold temperatures to the United States. A video shared on social media showed the drive-through car wash covered in icicles.
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''Ice Castle'': New York Restaurant Entirely Covered In Giant Icicles After Deadly Blizzard
Photos and videos show Hoak's Lakeshore Restaurant in Hamburg, encased in giant icicles stretching several feet long, covering windows, doors, and balconies
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''Ice Castle'': New York Restaurant Entirely Covered In Giant Icicles After Deadly Blizzard
Photos and videos show Hoak's Lakeshore Restaurant in Hamburg, encased in giant icicles stretching several feet long, covering windows, doors, and balconies
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''Ice Castle'': New York Restaurant Entirely Covered In Giant Icicles After Deadly Blizzard
Photos and videos show Hoak's Lakeshore Restaurant in Hamburg, encased in giant icicles stretching several feet long, covering windows, doors, and balconies
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Videos Capture Chaos At US Airports As Southwest Airlines Mass-Cancels Flights
Airports across the US are witnessing chaos with thousands of travelers and crew members stranded.
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Woman In US Dies After Blizzard Traps Her Inside Her Car
Anndel Taylor's car stranded in the snow triggered by a blizzard on Friday afternoon after driving back from work.
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Bomb Cyclones Explained: What Are They and What Makes Them So Dangerous?
Bomb cyclones are low-pressure systems that intensify rapidly, often over oceans, bringing damaging winds, heavy rainfall and snowfall. They form when specific atmospheric conditions align, with a significant drop in pressure and the release of latent heat energy. Their occurrence is most common in cold months and poses risks to shipping. Experts a...
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Explained: What Are Bomb Cyclones And How Do They Form?
A dangerous weather phenomenon called a bomb cyclone that occurs in mid-latitudes - between Earth's tropics and the polar regions - can bring strong and damaging winds, torrential rains, heavy snowfall, flooding and frigid temperatures.
-
Dramatic Satellite Image Shows Massive Bomb Cyclone Approaching California
An animated view of the storm reveals its classic cyclonic motion, spinning counterclockwise as a jet of moisture streams over the West Coast.
-
'Bomb Cyclone' To Soak US's California With 8 Trillion Gallons Of Rain
Bomb cyclone is a term given to a rapidly strengthening storm that fulfills one important criterion. Generally, pressure must drop 24 millibars (a unit of pressure) within 24 hours.
-
Severe Bomb Cyclone Threatens West Coast with Intense Rain and Winds
A powerful bomb cyclone is approaching the West Coast, with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow forecasted from November 19 to 21. California and Oregon will experience the worst of the storm, including gusts up to 70 mph, rainfall up to 4 inches, and snow in high elevations. The system is driven by an atmospheric river, which, while helpful for wat...
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Nor'easter Bringing Heavy Snow, Rain, High Winds To Parts Of US
The storm could cause flooding, downed trees, blowing snow, and power outages.
-
All About Atmospheric Rivers And Bomb Cyclones That Are Causing California Deluge
Much of the northern two-thirds of California, the most populous state in the nation, is under flood.
-
Watch: Fiery Lightning Bolt Strikes Parked Vehicle In US, Turns On Its Headlights
A security camera captured the moment a fiery lightning bolt struck a parked vehicle and turned its headlights on. The incident took place on Wednesday morning at JR Motorsports in Mooresville, North Carolina, US.
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Man Praised For Breaking Into School And Rescuing Dozens From US Storm
As a deadly blizzard barreled through New York last weekend, some people found themselves stranded on snow-covered roads. Among those trapped was 27-year-old, Jay Withey, a mechanic who ventured out to help a stranded friend.
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Viral Video: Freezing Weather In US Turns Car Wash Into Ice Cave
A car wash in Texas became an ice cave as a "bomb cyclone" brought freezing-cold temperatures to the United States. A video shared on social media showed the drive-through car wash covered in icicles.
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''Ice Castle'': New York Restaurant Entirely Covered In Giant Icicles After Deadly Blizzard
Photos and videos show Hoak's Lakeshore Restaurant in Hamburg, encased in giant icicles stretching several feet long, covering windows, doors, and balconies
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''Ice Castle'': New York Restaurant Entirely Covered In Giant Icicles After Deadly Blizzard
Photos and videos show Hoak's Lakeshore Restaurant in Hamburg, encased in giant icicles stretching several feet long, covering windows, doors, and balconies
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''Ice Castle'': New York Restaurant Entirely Covered In Giant Icicles After Deadly Blizzard
Photos and videos show Hoak's Lakeshore Restaurant in Hamburg, encased in giant icicles stretching several feet long, covering windows, doors, and balconies
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Videos Capture Chaos At US Airports As Southwest Airlines Mass-Cancels Flights
Airports across the US are witnessing chaos with thousands of travelers and crew members stranded.
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Woman In US Dies After Blizzard Traps Her Inside Her Car
Anndel Taylor's car stranded in the snow triggered by a blizzard on Friday afternoon after driving back from work.
