The first weekend of 2025 saw a spectacular display of nature's fury as thundersnow erupted across several eastern and central US states. While millions of Americans shivered under the onslaught of a brutal Arctic blast, a rare phenomenon unfolded—lightning and thunder amidst a raging blizzard.
The unique weather event, known as thundersnow, is gripping parts of the country, raising concerns among meteorologists. How does this seemingly contradictory weather event occur? And what are the risks associated with it? Click through this gallery to explore the science behind thundersnow and the challenges it presents.