DS>   I prefer the cold of winter in that it keeps the insects away,
DS> and reduces the risk of severe weather. However, during one
DS> recent winter event, it was 32 degrees with freezing rain...but
DS> a thunderstorm in the area was producing quarter sized hail,
DS> due to the cold air aloft. So, in combination with a Winter
DS> Weather Advisory, we had a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the
DS> area!!

Very cool.  How about a severe thunderstorm during a blizzard?  I have seen
that before several times.  It brings a big smile to my face, as at that point
we are normally seeing 3-5 inches of snow per hour.

- Mark

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