"Thundersnow" Facts: Mysterious Storms Explained

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 - 00:07 in Earth & Climate

What causes rare "thundersnow" storms like those that struck the U.S. Southeast this week? How do they spark heavier snowfall? And where can you see them? Experts explain.

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