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AMS awards recognize the exceptional contributions of individuals and organizations across the water, weather, and climate community. Nominate a deserving colleague (or update an existing nomination) before the 1 May deadline!
AMS awards recognize the exceptional contributions of individuals and organizations across the water, weather, and climate community. Nominate a deserving colleague (or update an existing nomination) before the 1 May deadline!
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The name given to the foehn in western North America, especially on the plains to the lee or eastern side of the Rocky Mountains in the United States and Canada.
On the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains the chinook generally blows from the west or southwest, although the direction may be modified by topography. Often the chinook begins to blow at the surface as an arctic front retreats to the east, producing dramatic temperature rises. Jumps of 10°–20°C can occur in 15 minutes, and at Havre, Montana, a jump from -12° to +5°C in 3 minutes was recorded.
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