Drifting snow

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Term: Drifting snow
Definition: Drifting snow is an uneven distribution of snowfall/snow depth caused by strong surface winds. Drifting snow may occur during or after a snowfall. Drifting snow is usually associated with blowing snow.
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Created 2022.03.08
Last Modified 2023.03.27
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