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How supercells grow to produce giant hail and intense tornadoes

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How lake breezes shape your weather

The pyrotechnic science behind Victoria Day firework displays

The science behind B.C. Ferries weather cancellations

Can you forecast a home run? Here’s what to look for this baseball season

Titanic twist: 1912 wasn’t a bad year for icebergs after all

Flooding: Is it time to stop living in basements?

Can you survive inside a tornado? This scientist did by accident

These vital ingredients make for an electrifying, dazzling thunderstorm

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Avalanche season: What causes snow slopes to collapse and tips for surviving

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A winter storm’s track can make or break your forecast

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Scientists work to uncover rare Mediterranean hurricanes

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Why do the Great Lakes freeze unevenly?

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When the skies come alive: The magic of ice crystal displays

The threat of earthquakes is very real in Canada. Are you prepared?

Snow and ice are heavy hazards that can damage trees, roofs

More than just bitter cold: The polar vortex can be quite beneficial

What is the polar vortex? How it’s responsible for dangerous cold

What exactly is 'wind chill'? It brings these hidden dangers

When is the cold too cold? How extreme cold warnings are issued

The freezing level is the invisible line that controls winter

Canada looks forward to a ‘January thaw’ every year. What is it?

65-foot towers of snow: Journey through these famous giants

What's the science behind chinook headaches? Experts still aren't sure

Hundreds of snakes escape from flooded snake farm

Rare EF2 tornado rips off doors and flips vehicles

Does sunscreen still work after the expiration date?

Where does "dog days of summer" phrase come from?

Vendor records scene before and after storm that destroys her tent

Newfoundland moose sighting comes with hilarious commentary

Latest El Niño update shows stunning growth

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 One day, all of Earth's plants will disappear. Scientists think they know when

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