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Extreme Weather

dangerous tornado approaching wind turbine

What is a Tornado?

Tornadoes are a common extreme weather phenomenon in Canada. How are they formed? How can you stay safe? And what is a storm chaser?

Hurricane Katrina as seen from space

Where Do Hurricanes Come From?

Hurricanes are a kind of tropical cyclone. But where do they come from? And why do they cause so much damage? This article will answer all your storm-related questions!

Reporting The Weather

Careers: Meteorologist

4 images of some work that a meteorologist might do such as forecasting the weather and analyzing clouds

Measuring Changes To A Glacier

Careers: Climatologist

5 images of some work related to the scientific study of climate such as using instruments to measure changes in climates