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Current weather in Antarctica is described in conditions…
CONDITION 3 is defined as having winds less than 48 knots, wind
chills warmer than –75ºF, and visibility greater than ¼ mile. This is
considered the normal weather condition in McMurdo. Checkout with
the Firehouse is not required for vehicular travel.
CONDITION 2 is defined by one or more of the following conditions:
winds speeds of 48-55 knots, wind chills of –75º to –100ºF, or visibility
of less than ¼ mile. You must check in and out with the Firehouse by
radio prior to leaving town and upon your return.
CONDITION 1 is defined by one or more of the following conditions:
wind speeds greater than 55 knots, wind chills colder than –100ºF, or
visibility of less than 100 feet. Only “mission critical” travel is permitted,
with approval from the RPSC Area Director and the NSF Station Manager.
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