Snowfall refers to the event or process of snow falling from the atmosphere to the ground. It occurs when atmospheric conditions allow for the formation of ice crystals that grow and eventually clump together to form snowflakes, which then accumulate on the surface when the temperature is at or below freezing. Snowfall can vary in intensity and duration, ranging from light flurries to heavy snowstorms. It is commonly associated with winter weather and can significantly impact environments, travel, and activities. Snowfall is also a key factor in winter sports and ecosystems that rely on snow for insulation and moisture during the warmer months. The amount of snowfall in a given area is often measured and reported in weather forecasts, such as in inches or centimeters, and can influence climate and weather patterns.
Several counties in West Virginia, including Jackson, Nicholas, Pendleton, Pleasants, Tyler, and Wirt, closed schools due to the winter storm. Grant and Hampshire counties implemented non-traditional learning days to continue…