GEOLOGY

EARTH SCIENCE

NATURAL HAZARDS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
This is a long-lasting snowstorm with very strong winds and intense snowfall.
A
Blizzard
B
Drought
C
Flood
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A blizzard is a severe snowstorm characterised by low visibility and strong sustained winds lasting for a very long period of time usually around three or four hours. A weather condition where there is no snow but loose snow on the ground is lifted and blown by strong winds is known as a ground blizzard.

Detailed explanation-2: -blizzard, severe weather condition that is distinguished by low temperatures, strong winds, and large quantities of either falling or blowing snow.

Detailed explanation-3: -A blizzard is a very strong and dangerous snowstorm. Avalanches often happen after a snowstorm, when the temperature goes up quickly, and when it is windy.

Detailed explanation-4: -The National Weather Service classifies a blizzard as blowing or falling snow with winds of at least 35 mph for at least three hours. These conditions generally produce a significant amount of snow and cause reduced visibility, to about a quarter of a mile or less.

Detailed explanation-5: -bliz·zard ˈbliz-ərd. : a long heavy snowstorm. : a very strong cold wind filled with fine snow. 3. : an overwhelming rush or deluge.

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