Tornado Quest Top Science Links For 28 January – 4 February 2023 #science #weather #climate #climatechange #drought #astronomy #health

Greetings everyone! I hope all of you are having a great week and, if you were impacted by the recent winter storm across much of the eastern half of the USA, I hope you had no troubles or are seeing a light at the end of the tunnel. Since we’ve many more weeks of winter ahead, we’ll continue our winter weather safety information. But first, there are many other interesting science links to check out. Let’s get started.

The Hubble telescope may not be the latest and greatest, but it still can stun us with it’s amazing imagery.
Groundhog Day gets its share of publicity, but is there really anything to its accuracy?
This makes perfectly good sense especially in light of the fact that trees in urban settings help improve the quality of air you breathe.
We still don’t fully understand all of the properties of water and ice. Discoveries like this just help us understand even more this critical building block of life.
Microplastics are a problem the world over in water and on land, but just how are they affecting you when they become airborne?
Here is the latest update on the USA Drought Monitor. Recent precipitation has brought some improvements even to California in the wake of several significant storm systems. East of the Mississippi river, conditions have improved significantly while parts of the central and southern plains still have extreme or exceptional drought conditions.

WINTER WEATHER PREPAREDNESS AND SAFETY

If you’re looking for winter weather preparedness and safety information, here’s an excellent website for everything you need to know for before and after the storm. This all inclusive website from NOAA and the National Weather Service will help you prepare for the storm and tell you how to stay safe afterwards. Here’s some more winter safety information from OSHA geared towards those who have to work outdoors in the cold. The infographics have tips on dressing for the cold and five things to keep in mind during the coldest months of the year.

Infographic courtesy NWS Mobile, Alabama

That’s a wrap for this post! Thanks to everyone for stopping by. A big ‘Thank You’ to all of you who pay this website a visit and follow Tornado Quest in social media!

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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For December 31, 2022 – January 7, 2023

Happy New Year to one and all! It’s the start of a new year and new beginnings. Nature never takes a break as we have seen with recent cold weather outbreaks, snowfall, floods, and even severe weather across portions of North America. This week, we’ll continue our winter weather safety information. There are many interesting science links to check out, so let’s get started.

The more we study the weather on Mars, the more spectacular we realize this amazing planet is.
This is a fantastic, novel idea! “The Unlikely Solution to Microplastic Pollution: Magnets?“
If you ever have to shovel snow, there are several tips that we all should be mindful of in order to do it safely.
What a flight this must be. “Storm-Chasing Seabirds Ride Out Hurricanes from Inside.”
Newly released research. “Half of glaciers will be gone by 2100 even under Paris 1.5C accord, study finds.”
Our warming climate is not only increasing the number of tropical cyclones, but their intensity.
A swing in Australia from three years of La Niña to hot and dry El Niño in 2023 would be quite a tough climate extreme to endure.
Here is this week’s update on the USA Drought Monitor. Recent precipitation has brought some improvements even to California which has been pummeled in recent days with several significant storm systems. East of the Mississippi, conditions have improved significantly while the plains still hold fast to extreme or exceptional drought conditions.

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If you’re looking for winter weather preparedness and safety information, here’s an excellent website for everything you need to know for before and after the storm. This all inclusive website from NOAA and the National Weather Service will help you prepare for the storm and tell you how to stay safe afterwards. The infographics have tips on dressing for the cold and five things to keep in mind during the coldest months of the year.

That’s a wrap for this post! Thanks to everyone for stopping by. A big ‘Thank You’ to all of you who pay this website a visit! Whether you’re with family, friends, or alone, I wish all of you the absolute best during this holiday season and for all of us, a very healthy and happy 2023!

See you next Saturday!

Tornado Quest Micro Podcast for 31 Dec 2022 – 7 Jan 2023

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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For December 10 – 17, 2022 #science #weather #climate #climatechange #astronomy #drought #winter

Greetings everyone! I hope this week’s post finds all of you doing well during this holiday season. There are several interesting reads to go over and we’ll continue with winter weather safety information…so let’s get started.

Do you think you’ve been “shadowbanned” on Twitter? Here’s how to find out. Keeping your distance from misinformation, disinformation, etc. will help.
In a very short period of time during 2022, the James Webb Space Telescope became a revolutionary watershed achievement in astronomy.
This is an amazing list of some of the top weather photographs from 2022 according to New Scientist.
This is the the equivalent of, “more than 3 million plastic bottles falling from the sky.” “Microplastic pollution swirling in city air: Millions of plastic bottles per year.”
NOAA has a new weather satellite and the images are nothing short of spectacular.
Another new satellite that was launched on 16 December 2022 called the Surface Water and Ocean Topography mission will measure the water on our planet.
Here is this week’s update on the USA Drought Monitor. In spite of minor improvements, dry or drought conditions continue to persist across much of the contiguous USA with moderate to severe drought spreading from the Great Lakes region to the deep south.

WINTER WEATHER PREPAREDNESS AND SAFETY

If you’re looking for winter weather preparedness and safety information, here’s an excellent website for everything you need to know for before and after the storm. This all inclusive website from NOAA and the National Weather Service will help you prepare for the storm and tell you how to stay safe afterwards. The infographics have tips on dressing for the cold and five things to keep in mind during the coldest months of the year.

That’s a wrap for this post! Thanks to everyone for stopping by. A big ‘Thank You’ to all of you who pay this website a visit and my followers in social media. If you’re on Twitter, Tumblr, Mastodon, Instagram, or Facebook, let’s connect!

See you next Saturday!

Tornado Quest Micro-Podcast for December 10 – 17, 2022

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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For November 26 – December 3, 2022

Greetings everyone! I hope this week’s post finds all of you well. With the first day of December, meteorological winter has arrived in the northern hemisphere and summer is starting south of the equator. This week, I’ll continue winter weather safety information with helpful tips on understanding winter weather forecasts and preparing an emergency kit that will be useful in any winter storm or severe weather scenario. There are many other essential science reads this week, so let’s get started.

Let’s start with some very good news. By the end of 2022, USA renewable energy sources will surpass nuclear and coal in the percentage of energy created!
Take a look at these spectacular images from the new James Webb Space Telescope.
This is a new and very important study on how living in areas with high amounts of air pollution is likely to result in a myriad of long term health conditions. The number of participants were not small. This study involved more than 364,000 participants.
Here are several amazing ice formations to be on the lookout for this winter. In just the right winter weather conditions, nature can make some incredible artistic ice sculptures.
Here is this week’s update on the USA Drought Monitor. Dry or drought conditions continue to persist across much of the contiguous USA with moderate to severe drought spreading from the Great Lakes region to the deep south.

If you’re looking for winter weather preparedness and safety information, here’s your one stop website for everything you need to know for before and after the storm. This all inclusive website from NOAA will help you prepare for the storm and tell you how to stay safe afterwards. The infographics below will also help you prepare an emergency kit and advise discretion when encountering questionable weather information/forecasts/hyperbole while visiting websites and using social media. Furthermore, forecasting winter weather is one of the most daunting challenges that even the most seasoned meteorologist will face. With that in mind, it would behoove us all to stay flexible and prepare to change plans at short notice.

WINTER WEATHER PREPAREDNESS AND SAFETY

Infographic courtesy FEMA/Ready.gov/Red Cross

See you next Saturday!

Tornado Quest Micro-Podcast for November 26 – December 3 2022

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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For June 11 – 18, 2022

Greetings to everyone! I hope this week’s post finds all of you doing well. This week we’ll start taking a look at summer safety with an infographic on staying safe in the heat. There are several other interesting topics to review including a look at the latest US Drought Monitor, so let’s get started.

Astronomers’ main reference guide to the Milky Way just received a major update. “Mega-map of Milky Way adds depth to stars’ motions.”
This is a very disconcerting health read. “More than 1 in 7 people worldwide have had Lyme disease.”
These are some badly needed improvements. “Inspired by palm trees, scientists develop hurricane-resilient wind turbines.”
“Microplastics found in freshly fallen Antarctic snow for first time.” This could accelerate snow & ice melting & pose a threat to the health of the continent’s unique ecosystems.
While it’s true that climate change is related closely to power, you’re not powerless to take action yourself. Every small step counts.
Summer has gone from the lazy days of no school and vacations to a season that presents a high level of danger to our species.
Here is a look at the latest NOAA US Drought Monitor. For the 13th straight week, drought conditions improved in varying degrees across the USA.

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Please keep in mind that ONLY your local National Weather Service office, NOAA Weather Radio, or reliable broadcast media are the BEST sources of important, timely, and potentially life-saving, information on severe storm watches, warnings, and other related weather advisories! None of the links on this website should be used for life-&-death decisions or the protection of property!

That’s a wrap for this post! Thanks to everyone for stopping by. A big ‘Thank You’ to my followers in social media. If you’re on Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, or Facebook, let’s connect! As for the COVID-19 pandemic, stay safe, stay positive, and test negative!

See you next Saturday!

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Please note: queries regarding marketing, promotions, sales schemes, prizes, or papers/research that have not been under & approved by scientific peer review will not be accepted.

Tornado Quest Top Science Links For June 4 – 11, 2022

Greetings to everyone! I hope this week’s post finds all of you doing well. We’ll continue sharing severe weather preparedness information this week with an infographic on flash flood safety that is applicable in both thunderstorms and tropical cyclones . There are several other interesting topics to review, so let’s get started.

A new search for life on Mars has begun with NASA’s Perseverance rover.
Who would have thought? “Car tires produce vastly more particle pollution than exhausts, tests show.”
This is an unfortunate example of misinformation, junk science, and climate change denialism blended together by nefarious interlopers and then integrated into a ‘culture war.‘
This was the the largest atmospheric explosion in recorded history. “Burst of underwater explosions powered Tonga volcano eruption.”
From Tampa, Florida to Alexandria, Egypt to Manila, Philippines, coastal cities round the world are slowly sinking.
NASA has plans to launch six satellites that will give meteorologists valuable data on forecasting tropical cyclones.
NOAA’s National Ocean Service has an excellent infographic and website on why our planet’s oceans are so important to our climate, economy, and survival as a species.

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Whether it’s a thunderstorm, a tropical storm, or a hurricane, flash flooding presents a significant threat to life and property. Some years, flash flooding is the leading cause of weather related deaths. This infographic has some simple steps and a link for further information on staying safe when the waters begin to rapidly rise.

Please keep in mind that ONLY your local National Weather Service office, NOAA Weather Radio, or reliable broadcast media are the BEST sources of important, timely, and potentially life-saving, information on winter storm watches, warnings, and other related weather advisories! None of the links on this website should be used for life-&-death decisions or the protection of property!

Lastly, I wanted to pass along a reminder that was shared with me regarding misinformation, disinformation, rumors, gossip, et al. These six words, along with critical thinking, are exceptionally useful.

Who?

What?

When?

Where?

How?

Why?

See you next Saturday!

Tornado Quest micro-podcast for June 4 – 11, 2022

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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For May 21 – 28, 2022

Greetings to everyone! I hope this week’s post finds all of you happy, healthy, and doing well. We’ll continue sharing severe weather preparedness information this week with an infographic on lightning safety. Of course, there are many fascinating topics to review, so let’s get started.

This is easily one of the biggest science news stories in some time. “Black-hole image sheds light on Milky Way mysteries.”
This should be interesting to watch if they’re able to pull this off. “Florida Lab to Mimic Category 6 Hurricanes with 200-Mile-per-Hour Wind.“
Population centers and cities often take the brunt of poor air quality and air pollution. Here’s a look at the best and worst cities around the world in regards to air quality.
Here’s the latest and very comprehensive State Of The Climate report from the World Meteorological Organization. This is an essential ‘must read’ for anyone interested in the atmospheric sciences.
NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center and the National Weather Service have released their outlook for the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season. An above average season is contained in their findings and predictions.

Infographic courtesy NOAA/NWS/NHC Atlantic

While on the topic of hurricanes in the Atlantic, lets take a look at some recent data that shows the Gulf of Mexico is unusually warm for this early in the year. That is more fuel for the fire for what is predicted to be a very active Atlantic hurricane season.
ICYMI: Here is the official NOAA outlook for summer 2022 located on page 14 and 15 in this PDF document covering the temperature and drought outlook.

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Please keep in mind that ONLY your local National Weather Service office, NOAA Weather Radio, or reliable broadcast media are the BEST sources of important, timely, and potentially life-saving, information on winter storm watches, warnings, and other related weather advisories! None of the links on this website should be used for life-&-death decisions or the protection of property!

See you next Saturday!

Tornado Quest micro-podcast for May 21 – 28, 2022

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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For February 5 – 12, 2022 #science #weather #climate #wintersafety #astronomy #tonga #volcano

Greetings to everyone! I hope this weeks post finds all of you healthy an having a good week. From the Tonga volcano to increasing levels of atmospheric methane, we’ve a lot to cover this week…so let’s get started.

Satellite imagery of the 15 January 2023 Tonga volcano. Image credit NASA.

A fascinating and thought provoking history and history of science read. “How the Dutch Created Europe’s First Free-Speech Zone More than 400 years Ago.“
The planets Uranus and Neptune share many similarities. Why is it that they are two very different colors?
As far as volcanology goes, this was a watershed event. “Why the Tongan eruption will go down in the history of volcanology.”
An earthquake in the Pacific northwest of North America could produce a devastating tsunami across several USA states.
It’s time to recycle those old plastic cups, water bottles, etc. “Americans exposed to toxic BPA at levels far above what European Union considers safe.“
Speaking of recycling and cutting back on waste…I certainly have my share. “How to cut material use in buildings, clothes, electronics & plastic.”
Some very sobering results from this new study. ‘Barely 15% Of The World’s Coastal Regions Remain Ecologically Intact.‘
A new study from NOAA presents information about ‘dangerously fast’ growth in atmospheric methane.

WINTER WEATHER SAFETY

Even in winter, a safety/emergency kit can be a life saver. This handy checklist from the American Red Cross will help you get started.

Please keep in mind that ONLY your local National Weather Service office, NOAA Weather Radio, or reliable broadcast media are the BEST sources of important, timely, and potentially life-saving, information on winter storm watches, warnings, and other related weather advisories! None of the links on this page should be used for life-&-death decisions or the protection of property!

Infographic courtesy NWS Fort Worth, Texas, USA

That’s a wrap for this post! Thanks to everyone for stopping by. A big ‘Thank You’ to my followers in social media. If you’re on Twitter, Tumblr, or Instagram, let’s connect! As for the COVID-19 pandemic, get vaccinated, sport a good fitting quality mask, practice good hand-washing hygiene, mind your social distancing, stay positive, and test negative!

See you next Saturday!

Tornado Quest micro-podcast for February 5 – 12, 2022

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Please note: queries regarding marketing, promotions, sales schemes, prizes, or papers/research that have not been under & approved by scientific peer review will not be accepted.

Tornado Quest Top Science Links For January 29 – February 5, 2022

Greetings to everyone! I hope this weeks post finds all of you healthy an having a good week. The big weather story for much of North America this week has been back-to-back winter storms. Speaking of winter, for this week’s winter weather safety, a review of how wind chill affects your body. There are many other interesting stories to review, so let’s get started.

Is it too much trouble to engage in fact checking & critical thinking? Social media platforms haven’t been holding up their promise to debunk misinformation, disinformation, fact check, and basically keep their platforms civil. “Social Media Platforms Failing To Tackle Abuse Of Scientists.“
This is an excellent and very timely read that will help alleviate much of the misconceptions of how science and the scientific method works. “What Is A Scientific Theory?“
A very thought provoking read on the 1918 influenza pandemic & its unmistakable connections to our current COVID-19 health crisis. It would behoove us greatly to learn from the past.
Here’s a fascinating astronomy read about that humble star that we on Earth refer to as the Sun.
Now, let’s go to the moon and talk about ‘moon trees.’
This is a novel idea that, with some luck, will spread to other cities around the world. “Hong Kong’s car pollution sensors help it clean its air in world first.”
This is yet another victim of our warming planet. The highest glacier on Mount Everest is rapidly melting.
Methane, a very powerful greenhouse gas and second to carbon dioxide in the level of harm is produces, has been detected by satellites leaking in large quantities from gas pipelines.
The flood risk across the USA has been an ongoing threat for generations. By some accounts, it’s about to get much worse and for an unexpected reason.

WINTER WEATHER SAFETY

Please keep in mind that ONLY your local National Weather Service office, NOAA Weather Radio, or reliable broadcast media are the BEST sources of important, timely, and potentially life-saving, information on winter storm watches, warnings, and other related weather advisories! None of the links on this page should be used for life-&-death decisions or the protection of property!

See you next Saturday!

Tornado Quest Micro-podcast for January 29 – February 5, 2022

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Please note: queries regarding marketing, promotions, sales schemes, prizes, or papers/research that have not been under & approved by scientific peer review will not be accepted.

Tornado Quest Top Science Links For January 8 – 15, 2022

Greetings to everyone! I hope this weeks post finds all of you healthy an having a good week. We’ll continue our look at winter weather safety this week . There are many other interesting stories to review, so let’s get started.

We will start with some good news about the James Webb Space Telescope and it’s careful steps to becoming fully functional.
This is a new year goal that most all of us can take part in…auditing how much plastic you use and then begin cutting back.
According to this new study, microplastics can be present in rivers for a considerable amount of time before they reach oceans.
Here’s a very thought provoking read with a different perspective on weather disasters. “Stop blaming the climate for disasters.“
NOAA’s Storm Prediction Center has just compiled their look at severe weather events across the USA in 2021.
It’s no surprise that 2021 was a record year in terms of global warmth. December 2021 alone saw record warmth. In terms of disasters, twenty billion dollar disasters occurred.

WINTER WEATHER SAFETY

This infographic has important information on dressing for cold weather. With a significant winter storm underway as of this post, here’s a quick reminder on dressing to avoid frostbite and hypothermia.

Please keep in mind that ONLY your local National Weather Service office, NOAA Weather Radio, or reliable broadcast media are the BEST sources of important, timely, and potentially life-saving, information on winter storm watches, warnings, and other related weather advisories! None of the links on this page should be used for life-&-death decisions or the protection of property!

That’s a wrap for this post! I hope the new year is happy and healthy one for you and your loved ones. A big ‘Thank You’ to my followers in social media. If you’re on Twitter, Tumblr, or Instagram, let’s connect! As for the COVID-19 pandemic, get vaccinated, sport a good fitting quality mask, practice good hand-washing hygiene, mind your social distancing, stay positive, and test negative!

See you next Saturday! Happy New Year!

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Please note: queries regarding marketing, promotions, sales schemes, prizes, or papers/research that have not been under & approved by scientific peer review will not be accepted.

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