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It's easy to forget that there are vast rivers of wind whooshing just a few miles above our heads at speeds that could put most hurricanes and tornadoes to shame, but jet streams affect us every day without our realizing it.

Dennis Mersereau














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While most weather myths are harmless, the misconceptions surrounding tornadoes can be a dire threat to your safety.

Dennis Mersereau