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bermuda high
An area of high pressure centered over the western Atlantic Ocean. This weather system produces a southerly wind which often moves warm, humid air into the Northeast. BIOMETEOROLOGY: The portion of t [..]
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climate
The statistical collective of weather records during a specified period of time. COLD FRONT: The front edge of a cold air mass. It often produces precipitation and, frequently, severe weather. CONDENS [..]
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cumulonimbus
A principal cloud type, dense and vertically developed, which produces heavy precipitation. It features an anvil shape on top and a dark base. CUMULUS: A principal cloud type of vertical elements havi [..]
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doppler radar
A type of weather radar which displays atmospheric motion. It utilizes the Doppler Effect to measure the velocity of particles in the atmosphere. DOWNBURST: A strong localized downdraft of wind that [..]
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fair
Less than 4/10 opaque cloud cover, no precipitation, and no extremes in temperature, visibility or wind. FLASH FLOOD: A flood which is caused by heavy or excessive rainfall in a short period of time, [..]
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frost quake
(cryoseism
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frost/freeze warning
Below-freezing temperatures are expected during the growing season and may cause significant damage to plants and crops. FROSTBITE: The partial freezing of exposed parts of the body, causing injury to [..]
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heat advisory
Issued when the Heat Index is expected to exceed 105 during the day and 80 during the night for at least two consecutive days. HEAT INDEX: Also known as the Apparent temperature, it is a non-physical [..]
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jet stream
Relatively strong winds concentrated within a narrow band in the atmosphere.
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