Category Archives: Winds

Blizzard

Posted on July 4, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

What is a blizzard? Blizzards are severe winter storms that pack a combination of blowing snow and wind resulting in very low visibilities. While heavy snowfalls and severe cold often accompany blizzards, they are not required. Sometimes strong winds pick … Continue reading →

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Buran or Burga/Purga

Posted on July 2, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

A strong cold north-easterly wind creating extreme blizzard conditions during winter. The Buran occurs most frequently in Mongolia and Siberia and Buran winds are are strong and full of ice and snow. The skies is often laden with snow which … Continue reading →