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What are Nor'easters characterized by?

• Strong northeast winds

• Heavy rainfall

• High temperatures

• Calm weather

Which area recorded the highest three-day snowfall in January 2016?

• Washington D.C.

• Baltimore

• Dulles, Virginia

• New Orleans

What unusual weather event occurred in the southern United States, affecting areas like New Orleans and Houston?

• A frigid storm with unprecedented snowfall

• A severe hurricane

• A heatwave

• A drought

Where was the highest recorded snowfall in North America between February 1971 and February 1972?

• Mount Rainier National Park

• Mt. Baker Ski Area

• Valdez, Alaska

• Silver Lake, Colorado

What is a common feature of winter storms in the Sierra Nevada and the Rockies?

• Significant snowfall events

• Mild temperatures

• Frequent rain showers

• Strong thunderstorms