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Polar Vortex

The polar vortex is a large area of low pressure and cold air that surrounds the Earth's poles. This vortex can sometimes expand, sending cold air southward and causing extreme winter weather. Despite the challenges it presents, the polar vortex also plays an important role in Earth's climate system, helping to regulate temperatures and circulate air around the planet.