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How Santa’s Reindeer Rule The Runway In Any Weather

Name: Whatever Happened To That New Jersey Roller Coaster From The Famous Sandy Photo?
Uploaded: 2022-10-21T15:40:05.000-04:00
Duration: 1 min 22 s
Channel: The Weather Channel
Description: A photo of the Star Jet roller coaster in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, went viral in the aftermath of superstorm Sandy. Now, we explore whatever happened to that coaster.

ByCaroline Aylward•December 30, 2025

Ever wondered why Santa trusts reindeer to fly through snowstorms, icy winds and freezing temperatures in one magical night? From built-in insulation to snow-gripping hooves and incredible vision, reindeer are perfectly adapted to conquer the world’s toughest weather.

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How Santa’s Reindeer Rule The Runway In Any Weather

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