Measuring Snowfall on Mount Washington 02-14-07

The staff at the Mount Washington Observatory trudges through new drifts and blowing snow to measure snowfall at the station.

Mount Washington Observatory is a nonprofit, membership-supported research and educational institution with a mission to advance understanding of the natural systems that create Earth's weather and climate. Since 1932, the Observatory has been observing Mount Washington's incredible extremes, conducting scientific research, educating the public about the science of weather and climate and amassing one of North America's longest and most unique climate records. For weather reports, webcams, photos and more, visit MountWashington.org.

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[EricHermanMusic]

The snow reminds me of Buffalo... but the temps you guys get must be WAY colder!

[oJoachim]

Way cool!