Greetings everyone. Thanks so much for stopping by. Severe weather, including tornadoes, has taken place, but it’s been relatively quiet this spring. Having said that, there are changes on the horizon in terms of severe weather potential. It’s that time of year to buckle down on how to prepare for all severe weather hazards. Our overview of severe weather preparedness will stay with a review of tornado safety. Along with other interesting science reads we have the latest US Drought Monitor update. Let’s get started.
- Let’s start off with some very good news on the renewable energy front.
- Regardless of where you live, protecting the wildlife near your home is easier than you think.
- The scientific method and critical thinking are essential tools in science. However, overconfidence can be a major hindrance.
- Here’s a thought provoking read on the role of fire in our planet’s history…and possibly its future.
- The procedure known as “cloud seeding” is a contentious one. Could it have played one part in the recent floods in Dubai?
- Here’s the latest update on the US Drought Monitor. Several of the northern and central plains states have seen an uptick in drought conditions along with Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. The latest fire weather outlooks can be found at the Storm Prediction Center website where they are updated daily.
TORNADO SAFETY
Let’s review very important and potentially life saving tornado safety guidelines. Here’s an excellent 20 page PDF document from the National Weather Service: “Thunderstorms, Tornadoes, Lightning…Nature’s Most Violent Storms.” Here’s another detailed look at tornado safety you should read carefully. There are many misconceptions regarding taking shelter from a tornado. The following infographics should clear up any confusion.
The following infographic speaks for itself. While it addresses winter weather, it is certainly applicable year round regardless of the weather or climate in your region.
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