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CM2 Thick altostratus or nimbostratus

Pannus clouds, generally moving fast and changing shape rapidly, frequently occur beneath the base of nimbostratus.

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Base of nimbostratus estimated at 6,000–8,000 ft with pannus at 800 ft. © R.K. Pilsbury

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