Tag: Weather forecasting
Improving Weather Forecast Accuracy with Cloud Technology
The Met Office, a prominent weather agency, has recently made a significant transition to a new off-site supercomputer. This latest development has the potential to enhance the accuracy of 14-day weather forecasts, bringing them...
Impact of Trump’s National Weather Service Budget Cuts on Public Safety
More than 100 years ago, on March 18, 1925, a tornado decided to make an unexpected appearance in the U.S. Midwest, catching everyone off guard and sadly resulting in the death of 695 people....
Private Weather Companies vs National Weather Service: Key Differences
In the realm of weather forecasting, a complex and intricate system of satellites, airplanes, radar, computer models, and expert analysts collaborates seamlessly to provide the public with accurate and timely information about impending weather...
Understanding the Meaning of a 30% Chance of Rain in Weather Reports
Understanding the Probability of Rain in Weather ReportsWhen you check the local weather forecast, you are likely to see a percentage indicating the chance of rain. But what does this percentage really mean? Is...
Predicting Hurricane Growth: The Key to Accurate Storm Forecasting
Meteorologists are constantly on the lookout for signs that a storm could develop into a dangerous hurricane. By using new techniques and advanced technology, forecasters are now able to detect these early warning signs...
Understanding Squall Line Tornadoes: Forecasting Challenges and Dangers
Meteorologist Thea Sandmael was on a mission to study squall line tornadoes, a type of twister that is less common but still dangerous. Unlike supercell tornadoes, which are more well-known and studied, squall line...
Understanding Squall Line Tornadoes: Forecast Challenges and Dangers
Meteorologist Thea Sandmael was on a mission to track down a specific type of tornado known as a squall line tornado. Unlike the more common supercell tornadoes, squall line tornadoes develop along long rows...