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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