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Nor'easter or hurricane? Weekend storm explained
Original: Nor’easter or hurricane? Understanding this weekend’s storm
Forecasts for this weekend's storm have raised questions about how to classify the system, with coverage explaining the difference between a nor'easter and a hurricane. Nor'easters are cold-season coastal storms driven by pressure gradients, while hurricanes are tropical systems fueled by warm ocean water. People along the East Coast are following the forecast closely as the storm approaches.
Why now: A significant coastal storm is approaching, prompting confusion and interest about its classification and expected impacts.
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- Nor’easter or hurricane? Understanding this weekend’s storm · newscentermaine.com
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