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Astronomers from India and South Africa have detected sloshing cold fronts in the intracluster medium of the massive galaxy cluster Abell 2566 using data from NASA's Chandra X-ray observatory. The findings, published on arXiv, reveal unusual spiral-shaped gas sloshing and cold fronts, likely caused by a minor merger and displacement of the cluster's gravitational potential well.
Colder winds and the first arctic blast of the season are bringing winter weather to the region, with gusts up to 30 mph and wind chills in the 30s and 20s. Lake effect snow showers are developing in the area mountains, and there could be flurries reaching metro areas on Tuesday. Temperatures are expected to be well below average, and there is a chance of heavy snow totals in some areas.
Boston is set to enjoy one more warm day with temperatures in the upper 70s and lower 80s before a series of cold fronts bring a significant drop in temperatures and the possibility of snow to parts of New England. Sunday will see readings in the 50s with rain expected, followed by a dry but chilly Tuesday with temperatures in the upper 40s to lower 50s. By mid-week, another coastal storm may develop, potentially bringing snow to northern interior areas. Regardless, temperatures are expected to remain below average as November begins.