You may have gotten one of those loud mobile alerts telling you about something called a 'snow squall.' So what the heck is it and why is it so dangerous? Glad you asked.
So what is the difference between a snow squall and a snowstorm? In a word: duration.
"Snow squalls are usually very short-lived and extremely intense," the NWS said. "A snowstorm could last for several hours or even days."If a Snow Squall Warning is in effect for your area, don't get on the road. If you're already on the road, try to pull over where it is safe to do so. "There truly is no safe place on the highway during a snow squall," the NWS said. "However, if you are already in transit and cannot exit the road in time, reduce your speed, turn on your headlights and hazard lights and allow plenty of distance between you and the car in front of you."
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