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Low Pressure System

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A low pressure system is an area where atmospheric pressure is lower than that of the surrounding air, causing air to ascend and diverge aloft. It is significant because the rising motion promotes cloud development and precipitation, shaping regional weather. For example, the North Atlantic low that generated the 2020 Storm Ciara produced gale‑force winds across Europe.

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