Weather and Ice Study Insights Revealed

Severe weather in Ellis County, Texas, resulted in one fatality and at least three injuries, with significant property damage including overturned 18-wheelers and power outages affecting 6,000 residents. Meanwhile, a study by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory revealed new insights into the molecular structure of ice, using machine learning to better understand the chemical processes at ice surfaces that affect atmospheric conditions. This week marks the 59th anniversary of the Great Plains blizzard of 1966, which caused extensive damage and loss of life due to persistent snow and high winds over several days. This historical storm is noted for its severity, with snowdrifts up to 40 feet and 18 fatalities, highlighting the importance of modern forecasting and communication in mitigating such disasters.