Extreme snowstorms seen from space: Canada’s coolest satellite images

Toronto: This month, after a wild lake-effect snowstorm, satellites captured some jaw-dropping images from way up high. We’re talking about views from over 700 kilometers above Earth!

These stunning shots come from satellites like Terra and Aqua, which are designed to show off the beauty and power of Canada’s snowstorms. They orbit the Earth and take pictures at different times of the day, giving us a unique look at these winter wonders.

And let me tell you, the images are something else! They highlight some of the snowiest storms Canada has seen in the last decade. You won’t want to miss these five incredible satellite shots.

1. December 3, 2024: The Ultimate Snow-Making Machine

On December 3, 2024, a massive lake-effect snowstorm hit Ontario, creating some serious snow squalls. The storm was so intense that it dropped up to 140 cm of snow in Gravenhurst!

2. February 8, 2024: Maritime Snowstorm of the Decade

Then there was the storm on February 8, 2024, off Nova Scotia. It was a real record-breaker, with 84 cm of snow at the airport and Sydney, N.S., setting an all-time record with 87 cm!

3. January 18, 2022: GTA’s Thundersnow Spectacle

On January 18, 2022, the Greater Toronto Area experienced a thundersnow event. It was wild! Toronto got 55 cm of snow in just 15 hours, and some areas saw snowfall rates over 10 cm per hour.

4. January 18, 2020: St. John’s ‘Snowmageddon’

St. John’s, Newfoundland, had a day to remember on January 17, 2020, with 76.1 cm of snow falling in just one day. It was so bad that they declared a local state of emergency!

5. October 3, 2018: Calgary’s October Surprise

And let’s not forget Calgary on October 2, 2018. They had their snowiest day since 1981, with over 32 cm of snow. It was a real mess, with buses getting stuck all over the place!

So, if you want to see some amazing satellite images of these snowstorms, check them out. They really show how powerful and beautiful nature can be!