Blizzard
A blizzard is a severe snowstorm characterized by strong sustained winds and low visibility, lasting for a prolonged period of time—typically at least three or four hours. A ground blizzard is a weather condition where snow is not falling but loose snow on the ground is lifted and blown by strong winds. Blizzards can have an immense size and usually stretch to hundreds or thousands of kilometres.
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Heavy snow during the January 2016 United States blizzard. | |
| Area of occurrence | Temperate and polar regions, high mountains. |
| Season | Usually winter. |
| Effect | Power outages, dangerous travel conditions. |
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