What is a bomb cyclone? Here's a simple explanation

As a major winter storm moves across the U.S. leading up to Christmas, you may have heard meteorologists mention the term "bomb cyclone" that could potentially cause major impacts on millions of holiday travelers this weekend.

Winter storm cancels, delays dozens of flights at Orlando International Airport

The National Weather Service said that the winter storm was so large that around 190 million people are currently under some type of winter weather advisory.

Orlando Weather Forecast: December 22, 2022
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Rain, and storms are expected to drift across Florida ahead of the arctic blast leading to low, cold temperatures on Christmas Eve and day.

Here’s how long it’ll take you to get frostbite as wind chills dip below zero

Frostbite can happen in minutes and affects any exposed skin area, especially on your fingers, toes, nose and ears. It occurs when the body's survival mechanisms kick in during frigid conditions.

Winter storm adds uncertainty to strong holiday travel demand

Heavy snow, ice, and strong winds are possible between Thursday and Saturday across most of the country. AAA estimates more than 100 million people are expected to travel during the holiday season.

Does it snow in Florida? It has in Orlando, Miami, and Tampa; here's a look back at when

For several towns and cities in Florida and the Southeast, it will likely be one of – if not the coldest Christmas Days on record, threatening the records set during the chilly Christmases of 1989 and 1983.

When storms 'bomb out': Explaining how a bomb cyclone forms

The term "bomb cyclone" comes from the term "bombogenesis." A storm intensifies rapidly and can create significant impacts such as heavy snow, rain, high winds, and coastal flooding.