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More Weather Glossary

• What is the AccuWeather RealFeel Temperature?

  The RealFeel Temperature uses an equation to determine how it actually feels outside.

• An Explanation of Winter Weather Advisories, Winter Storm Watches, and Winter Storm Warnings

  Knowing what the different advisories, watches, and warnings mean will lead to more informed decision making when a winter storm threatens a particular area.

• Ice Safety - When to Go Out on a Lake?

  How can you determine if and when the ice is thick enough for safely going out on?

• Is There a Safe Place to Hide From a Tornado?

  Seeking shelter in the event of a tornado could save your life, but is there really any safe place to hide?

• Tornado Safety if Caught in a Car

  Driving on a 90-degree angle away from the tornado is a good strategy to follow in order to distance yourself from the tornado.

• How Supercell Storms Produce Devastating Tornadoes

  Supercell thunderstorms have been responsible for major tornadoes that have demolished parts of the U.S.

• The Problems with Ice Jams

  A major cause of post-snow flooding are ice jams in waterways.

• Blizzards Can Happen When it's Not Snowing

  How can there be a blizzard if it's not snowing outside? Justin Povick explains.

• It's Going to Snow, Let's Buy Milk and Bread!

  Any time snow is in the forecast, milk and bread fly off the shelves at grocery stores. Why?

• The Difference Between Wet and Powdery Snow

  What conditions cause snow to be dense and wet instead of light and powdery?