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What's the difference between Nor'easter, Clipper?

Reid Kisselback
Created: January 08, 2021 02:15 PM

You'll often hear snowstorms refereed to as a Nor'easter or an Alberta Clipper. Meteorologist Reid Kisselback explains the difference -- and what those differences mean for you.


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