Understanding the Polar Vortex Collapse Forecast: What It Means for the United States
Understanding the Polar Vortex Collapse Forecast The polar vortex is a large area of low pressure and cold air surrounding the Earth’s poles. Typically, during winter, this vortex can weaken or collapse, causing frigid temperatures to sweep down into the mid-latitudes and potentially leading to severe winter weather across the United States. In recent years,…

