Piteraqs pose hazards to the inhabitants of Tasiilaq, a town in southeastern Greenland. During piteraqs, freezing winds sweep down off the Greenland ice cap and can reach hurricane intensity.

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Piteraqs pose hazards to the inhabitants of Tasiilaq, a town in southeastern Greenland. During piteraqs, freezing winds sweep down off the Greenland ice cap and can reach hurricane intensity.

© Fiamma Straneo / Woods Hole Oceanographic Institut

Piteraqs pose hazards to the inhabitants of Tasiilaq, a town in southeastern Greenland. During piteraqs, freezing winds sweep down off the Greenland ice cap and can reach hurricane intensity. photo copyright Fiamma Straneo / Woods Hole Oceanographic Institut taken at and featuring the class

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