Blizzards are powerful winter storms with high winds, severe cold and heavy snow. When the forecast warns of a blizzard, stay indoors and prepare for a world of whirling white. 

This adorable, educational plushie is sustainably crafted from recycled materials and a fun engaging way to learn about the weather. Great gift and holiday decoration for families, friends, students, meteorologists, educators, skiers, snowboarders, ice skaters and snow lovers.

Blizzards are powerful winter storms with high winds, severe cold and heavy snow. Meteorologically speaking, a snowstorm becomes a blizzard when winds reach 35 mph (56 kph) for 3 hours. Near zero visibility and white-out conditions may occur. The horizon disappears, snowdrifts bury cars and walking is impossible. When the forecast warns of a blizzard, stay indoors and prepare for a world of whirling white.

The term blizzard is quite common, yet blizzard warnings are rarely issued. The prevailing winds associated with blizzards have different names around the world. The famous Nor’easter is formed by cold northeasterly winds packed with heavy rain or snow that batter the coast. The Northeast Snowfall Impact Scale ranks winter storms into five categories: Notable, Significant, Major, Crippling and Extreme. Only two U.S. storms have ever ranked as Extreme: the 1993 Superstorm and the 1996 Billion-Dollar Blizzard.

Climate change may impact the frequency and severity of blizzards. As the planet warms, the air holds more moisture, meaning more precipitation and intense storms. While there may be less snow on a warming planet, regions that stay cold could see bigger blizzards.

Product Size: 7" x 5" x 3.5"

Thunderheads are sewn and crafted using recycled fibers that meet Global Recycling Standards. There are no plastic parts, only high-quality soft fabrics and embroidered eyes and details. The attached educational cards are printed from recycled paper certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. 

Thunderheads meet and surpass all US safety standards. Regular size Thunderheads are appropriate and safe for all ages. Key chain size Thunderheads are only for age 3 and up. 

Hand wash only using a damp cloth and warm water.  Air dry.  We do not recommend cleaning in a washing machine or drying in a drier.  Check all labels upon arrival of purchase.