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Yes. A large cumulus cloud can contain over a million pounds of water droplets. That mass is spread through an enormous volume, not gathered into a solid object.
No. Lightning can strike the same location repeatedly. Tall structures can receive multiple strikes because their height helps electrical channels connect.
Yes. Snowfall is documented in southern Brazil, including the mountains of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina during the July 2021 cold wave.
Yes, especially in winter. Comparable airport records show lower annual and January averages in Montreal, although the difference varies by season.
Ireland has no native snakes, but snakes exist in captivity and some have escaped. The absence of native species does not mean there are no snakes anywhere.
Alberta's rat-free status means rats are prevented from establishing a permanent population. Occasional arrivals and infestations still occur.
Capybaras have several natural predators. Jaguars hunt adults, while young capybaras are vulnerable to animals including caimans, anacondas and ocelots.
The old claim is outdated. Mosquitoes were confirmed in Iceland in 2025, although their long-term establishment remains under investigation.