Weather Facts

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    Men are 6 times more likely to be struck by lightning than women!
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    The Earth sees about 760 thunderstorms every hour, scientists have calculated.
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    Rain contains vitamin B12.
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    City in the Clouds
    City in the Clouds
    In October 2015, a 'floating city' of what appeared to be tall buildings rose from the clouds above Foshan, China. After lasting only a few minutes, conspiracy theories ran rampant, but experts say that it's a rare optical illusion called Fata Morgana.
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    Snowiest city in the U.S. : Blue canyon, California.
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    Dirty snow melts faster than clean.
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    There is enough energy in one bolt of lightning to power a home for two weeks!
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    Smell After Rain
    Smell After Rain
    The distinctive smell in the air after it has been raining is caused by bacteria called 'actinomycetes'.
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