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Introduction A Nor'easter is a storm that moves north up the East Coast of the United States.(2) A nor'easter gets its name from its continuously strong northeasterly winds blowing in from the ocean ahead of the storm and over the coastal areas.(2) These storms are known for producing heavy snow, rain, flooding, rough seas, and heavy winds.(2+4) Nor'easters can form any time of the year, but they are usually known for occuring during the winter.(4) Dangers A Nor'easter can cause flooding. Not only can floods ruin homes, but it can also lead to drowning. Nor'easters also have intense winds that blow off the ocean causing huge waves to crash onto beaches.(1) These huge waves can crash onto the houses along the shoreline causing property damage.(1) When there is a nor'easter, the seas get very violent and ships can capsize. When a nor'easter forms during the winter, the intense amounts of snow it produces can make the roads treacherous to drive on.(5) In addition, the snow can cause the power to go out, leaving many without heat and warmth.(5) 

Conditions of Formation

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The process of a Nor'eastern being formed starts with a low-pressure system that forms in the south by the Gulf of Mexico. This low pressure system is drawn across to the northeast by a jet stream caused by jets flying over seas. (4+5) Their northeast track brings them up along the east coast past the mid-Atlantic and New England coastal states.(4+5) The counter-clockwise, North Eastern flow around a Low pressure system brings the warm moist oceanic air over land.(5) This warm moist air meets cold air.(5) A Nor'easter forms when a low pressure system meets high pressure system.(4) The greater the temperature differences between these two air masses the more severe the storm can become.(5) These storms move slowly and this causes heavy amounts of precipitation like snow or rain.(4+2) ===== Historical Examples The most dangerous Nor'Easter was the "Superstorm of 1993". During the storm, there were record low pressures, wind speeds, and snowfall. In total, the storm cause 2 million dollars in damages(5) and killed over 250 people(3). The storm was so large and dangerous that millions of people were left without power and about 25% of the nations flights were cancelled because of the superstorm.(3) This storm is also known as "The Storm of the Century" because of how destructive and effective the Nor'Easter was. There is another famous Nor'easter called "The great Nor'easter of 1992" which you can learn more about on this site: []. Safety There are many simple things that you can do to stay safe during a Nor'Easter.You should develop a plan with your family on where to go and what to do if a nor'easter strikes.(5) In your car you should keep a blanket, gloves, flashlight, and a flare in case you get stranded.(5) In your home, you should keep candles, a weather radio, and flashlights for an emergency.(5) You should always have canned food and water someplace in your house.(5) When a nor'easter happens, you should confine everybody to one room and stay close together for warmth.(5) The one big safety fact is to NOT eat snow because it lowers your core body temperature; boil it before drinking.(5) These simple safety tips and facts will help you survive a Nor'Easter. You should also follow a food guidline to insure your safety. A helpful food guidline can be found on the following site:[].

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